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Lunchtime Speaker-Samantha Amphlett

October 21, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Macular Society aims to end macular disease and in the meantime beat the fear and isolation of macular disease with world-class research, and the best advice and supportThe Macular Society is a UK-based charity focused on helping people with macular disease, particularly macular degeneration, which is a leading cause of vision loss. Macular degeneration primarily affects the central part of the retina (the macula), leading to difficulties with detailed vision, like reading and recognizing faces.

The society works in several areas to beat macular degeneration:

Support Services: They offer emotional and practical support to individuals and families affected by the disease, including counseling and advice on managing vision loss.
Research: They fund research aimed at finding better treatments and, ultimately, a cure for macular degeneration. Their efforts involve collaborating with scientists and doctors in the field of ophthalmology.
Public Awareness: They run campaigns to raise awareness of macular degeneration and to ensure that it gets more attention in terms of research funding and public health efforts.
Advocacy: The Macular Society advocates for improved services for people with sight loss, ensuring better access to eye care and support.
They are working to advance scientific research and improve the lives of those affected by the condition.

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Date:
October 21, 2024
Time:
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
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Venue

Hoebridge Golf Club
Old Woking Road, Old Woking
Woking, GU22 8JH
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01483722611
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