Macular Degeneration Research Newsletters
Current Newsletter
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Summer 2008
4 pages
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In this issue:
- AMD doubles risk for heart attack and stroke
- Macular degeneration may share risk factors with vascular disease
- Scientists discover major cause of dry AMD
- NIH trials to compare leading drugs results could determine which medicines are prescribed for wet AMD
- New technology enhances digital TV watching
- AMD sufferers may enjoy a new world of entertainment
- Research roundup
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Past Macular Degeneration Newsletters
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Spring 2008
4 pages
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In this issue:
- Say yes to whole wheat, no to processed sugar
- MDR-funded researchers find that limiting refined carbs may slow AMD Page
- Scientists uncover possible new treatment for AMD
- Laboratory findings show drug reduces blood vessel growth in eye
- The “Eyeglass Exclusion” - Older Americans with vision loss need more help from Medicare
- Cutting-edge technology offers new hope for the blind
- Micro-camera able to “wake up” dormant retinal cells
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Fall 2007
4 pages
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In this issue:
- New study bolsters link between carbohydrate quality and vision loss
- MDR-sponsored researcher says eating whole grains could lower AMD risk
- Visual impairment ried to higher mortality risk research suggests people with AMD may die earlier than peers
- Researchers take high-resolution 3-D images of eye
- Earlier diagnosis of eye conditions may soon be possible
- Healthy living rips
- How diet can improve your long-term health
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Summer 2007
4 pages
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In this issue:
- MDR-sponsored researcher to take work to clinical-trial level
- Scientist seeks new therapies for “wet” AMD
- Take charge of tour vision health
- Variations in common genes tied to AMD risk smoking and obesity also enhance likelihood of vision loss
- Answers to your questions: Readers receive responses to inquiries about macular degeneration
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Fall 2006
4 pages
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In this issue:
- Gene variant increases risk of developing AMD
- A major study confirms the impact of “complement factor H”
- Learn more about the benefits of antioxidants
- Studies confirm that smoking continues to be a significant risk factor
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Last Reviewed On: 09/26/08
