Search results for: “Macular degeneration”
-
New Treatments for Macular Degeneration on the Horizon
In addition to some exciting new treatments now FDA-approved for the treatment of different stages of macular degeneration (published in the current issue of our print newsletter, In the Spotlight, several new treatment options for macular degeneration are on the horizon. Emerging Approaches to AMD Treatments The process of capturing light and transforming it into
-
Macular Degeneration Patient Stories – Mary Toss
The Perseverance of Spirit In this intimate short documentary, 91-year old Mary Toss lets us into her daily life as she goes about her day and shares heartfelt conversations with her family and friends about living with vision loss from macular degeneration. You’ll learn the value of a support network, and the perseverance to adapt
-
Losing Sight, Finding Hope – Living with Macular Degeneration
A Documentary About Living with Vision Loss from Macular Degeneration From macular degeneration diagnosis, to losing sight, to new ways of living and hope for the future – five patients share their stories, their vulnerabilities, and the wisdom they’ve gained through their journey living with vision loss from macular degeneration. Expert guests shed light on
-
New Documentary on Living with Macular Degeneration
Losing Sight, Finding Hope: Living with Macular Degeneration The new documentary, Losing Sight, Finding Hope: Living with Macular Degeneration, from The American Macular Degeneration Foundation, and created by filmmaker Nick Czerula, premieres on YouTube on: Monday, March 20, 2023 at 8PM EST View the teaser below: How to Watch The full documentary, Losing Sight, Finding
-
Artists with Macular Degeneration – Three Films Highlight Creative Perseverance with Vision Loss
In honor of AMD Awareness Month 2023, The Vision & Art Project put together a playlist of the films they have produced on three different artists with age-related macular degeneration (AMD). In their words, “As a whole, these artists’ stories inspire a deeper respect for and understanding of the profound capacity of humans to remain creative and vital in the
-
AMDF Premieres New Film on ‘Living with Macular Degeneration’ for AMD Awareness Month 2023
February 8, 2023 As part of AMD Awareness Month 2023, The American Macular Degeneration Foundation announces the premiere of: Life with Macular DegenerationPatient Stories Mary Toss: The Perseverance of Spirit About the Film In this honest, short documentary, Mary Toss shares her personal story of living with macular degeneration. She reflects on the reality of
-
Overnight Groats: No-Cook Breakfast Recipe for Macular Degeneration
Groats are whole-grain oats (before slicing to make steel cut oats, or rolling to make oatmeal). They contain slowly digested carbohydrates to provide extended energy, and are high in soluble fiber that is a prebiotic and can help with lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol, which may decrease your risk of heart disease. The soluble fiber in
-
Eat Right for Your Sight Ep2 – Lunch Recipes for Macular Degeneration
Episode 2: Lunch Recipes for Macular Degeneration In episode 2 of Eat Right for Your Sight, host Jennifer Trainer Thompson is joined first by AMDF founder, Chip Goehring, who shares his own personal journey with getting diagnosed with macular degeneration, and the inspiration to start The American Macular Degeneration Foundation. Next, Matthew Levine, AMDF Director
-
Spinach Omelet for Macular Degeneration
-
Qualifying for Social Security Benefits with Macular Degeneration
If you’re no longer able to work due to macular degeneration, you might be eligible for Social Security disability benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) offers monthly resources for people who are unable to earn a gainful living due to an illness or injury. Vision loss does not automatically qualify, but if your macular degeneration