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    SA Governor with Dr Grant Raymond and Julie Heraghty from MDFA.

    SA Governor: Vision Custodian

    SA Governor has his macula checked to support Macular Degeneration Awareness Week.

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    Awareness Week success

    Macular Degeneration Awareness Week 2015 went back to basics with the theme ‘How’s your macula?’ encouraging all Australians to get an eye test and macula check.

    WA Governor discusses the results of her macula check

    Custodian of Vision: WA

    The Governor of WA had a macula check at Government House to highlight the importance of early detection of macular degeneration.

    NSW Governor: Vision Custodian

    NSW Governor stresses the importance of regular eye examinations.

    Vic Governor: Vision Custodian

    The Governor of Victoria has accepted the role of Custodian of Vision to help raise awareness of macular degeneration.

    Her Excellency Professor the Honourable Kate Warner AM has an eye exam

    Tasmania’s Vision Custodian

    The Governor of Tasmania has supported Macular Degeneration Awareness Week 2015 by accepting the role of Custodian of Vision.

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    Minister’s sight-saving decision

    MDFA says the addition of ranibizumab (Lucentis) to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme provides patients with affordable access to treatment for diabetic macular oedema and retinal vein occlusion.

    Economic impact of diabetic eye disease

    MDFA has voiced its concern regarding the economic impact of diabetic macular oedema (DMO) in Australia.

    Private health low vision aids

    We’ve audited the six largest health funds to find out the benefits they offer for low vision aids and technology.

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