Macular Disease Awareness Week

19 - 25 September 2009

PAT Protect and Test your Eyes

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Macular Disease is the biggest cause of blindness in the West with more than half a million people in the UK affected. The macular is the most sensitive part of the retina, responsible for all our central vision. Without it we cannot read, drive or recognise the faces of loved ones. MD mainly affects people over 65 and can be devastating. In many cases it is untreatable but it is possible to reduce the risk of it developing.

PROTECT: Ÿ Stop smoking – smoking doubles the risk of getting MD Ÿ Take care in the sun – UV light damages the eyes Ÿ Eat healthily – nutrients in fruit and vegetables protect the eyes Ÿ Exercise – some MD is linked to cardiovascular disease

TEST: Ÿ Have regular eye examinations – your optometrist can spot early signs of      MD or other eye diseases Ÿ If you are over 60, use the Amsler grid – regular checking can alert you to      potential problems

READ MORE about Macular Disease and treatment at iSIGHT.

 

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