MacularNorthWest
@MacularNW
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Joined September 2017
Are you or someone you know living with Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)? Join us for information, support and current research - @MacularSociety @UHMBT_Eyes_WGH @RNIB @gazettenewsdesk
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We are so grateful to the hard work of all of our volunteers, who are helping to beat the loneliness and isolation caused by macular disease every day #VolunteersWeek #ThankYou
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'Our macular group feels like a huge family'. Early in March we suspended all of our face-to-face services and instead our support groups have been meeting over the phone. This would not be possible without the hard work of our volunteers #VolunteersWeek
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Recent media reports have suggested that drinking tea could help to prevent the UK’s most common form of macular disease. But, what are the facts? We have looked at the science behind the claims.
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Patients who were the first to receive a new treatment for wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) derived from stem cells in 2015 have maintained improvements in their vision five years on. @UCLeye @Moorfields
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Great to meet all the team and patients. What a great team if dedicated professional.
The @MacularSociety visited SpaMedica West Lancs. Conducting well-received informative and educational drop-in sessions for AMD patients! We look forward to working with the Macular Society in the future for the betterment of those affected by AMD. #MacularDegeneration
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High profile eye surgeon struck off after lying to patients with age-related macular degeneration about being able to restore their sight. Thanks to the brave families who came forward and spoke to us, so we could submit a complaint to the GMC.
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Are you of working age and affected by macular disease or another inherited retinal disease? It's not too late to Join us at our annual conference in London on Saturday where we will be talking about the latest developments in treatments and research
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Congratulations to Dr @CindyTromans who received an honorary degree from @AstonUniversity today. Cindy graduated from Aston in 1985 with a degree in Optometry. She is now a Consultant Optometrist at @ManchesterREH and President of @ecoo_news #AstonGrads
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Treatment at Moorfields improved vision for wet AMD patients, particularly patients who present at an earlier age and who receive more injections: https://t.co/HB6UNBhqR6
#MacularWeek
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2/2 “It still surprises me how many people have been affected by macular conditions, whether themselves a friend or relative. Everyone has put in so much effort this week & I’m excited to discover how much we've raised for @MacularSociety” (Michelle Blyth, Specialist Orthoptist)
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It's Macular Week and it's never been more important for us to find a cure. Macular disease is cruel and isolating and is set to be the next public health crisis. Help us fund much more research to help people like Kelly and her sons. #MacularWeek
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It’s Macular week! We are in the atrium of the Manchester Royal Eye Hospital all week. Come and meet us! Learn about our support services and research programme #macularweek #beatmaculardisease
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Macular disease is the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK. The number of people with it is increasing. It is set to be the next public health crisis. Kelly is just one of the people whose life is impacted by macular disease. Tomorrow we will be sharing her story #MacularWeek
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"I get rewards from being able to help people. They’re always grateful for any help they get. They often come back to me to tell me how what they’ve learnt has helped them regain some of their independence.” Read Pat's story #VolunteersWeek
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Thanks to all our amazing volunteers
Audrey became a volunteer befriender to help people who may be feeling as devastated as she did when she was diagnosed with macular disease. Volunteers like Audrey mean we can continue to make a difference to the lives of people affected. #VolunteersWeek
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In our spring issue of our members’ magazine Sideview we shared tips for and from visually impaired people (VIPs) on bathroom organisation and clothing. We hope that you find some of them helpful! ➡️ https://t.co/YqRNeeCUEz
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Hearing that you are losing your sight can be extremely frightening, and it can leave you feeling very worried for the future. It’s important to talk to someone about how you are feeling. Our counselling service can help: https://t.co/tvKQsF4LTF
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
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We've launched our second CPD and CET accredited training module, 'The emotional impact of a diagnosis of AMD', for eye care professionals. Find out more: https://t.co/BIOoxrUKP6
#EyeCare #CPD #CET
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Join us today at Sight Advice South Lakes with Enhanced Vision Optilec #SightAdviceSL #SightLoss
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