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New Nutrition Guidelines for AMD

Latest research supports Mediterranean and Asian-style eating plans to reduce risk of AMD

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Anti-VEGF treatment not linked to stroke

Anti-VEGF therapy is not linked to an increased risk of stroke, myocardial infarction or death, according to a new report.

New genes linked to AMD

Scientists have found three new genes associated with age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

Cholesterol and AMD

High HDL cholesterol may increase risk of AMD Recent research published in the journal of Ophthalmology suggests

Statins and diabetic eye disease

Research shows statin use could be linked to lower rates of diabetic retinopathy.

Treatment non-adherence concern

Up to a quarter of anti-VEGF patients being treated for AMD and diabetic macular oedema are lost to follow-up.

Retinal implant trial

An electronic retinal implant to treat age-related macular degeneration, has shown excellent results in a small clinical trial.

New WA Research Centre for Juvenile Macular Disease

MDFA Research Grant recipient Dr Fred Chen will head a new Centre of Research Excellence in juvenile macular disease.

New sight saving resources for residential aged care

A report and new digital training tools aim to improve understanding of eye health and vision loss in Australia’s residential aged care facilities.

PBS listing a “big win” says MDFA

A change to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme listing for two key medicines, is a “big win for the macular disease community”.

MDFA News

New Nutrition Guidelines for AMD

Most recent

Anti-VEGF treatment not linked to stroke

New genes linked to AMD

Cholesterol and AMD

Statins and diabetic eye disease

Treatment non-adherence concern

Retinal implant trial

New WA Research Centre for Juvenile Macular Disease

New sight saving resources for residential aged care

PBS listing a “big win” says MDFA

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