Macular Degeneration Awareness Week aims to increase knowledge about the symptoms of macular degeneration and the importance of seeking treatment if you experience any of these, or any sudden change in vision. Don't wait, act now, early detection is vital.
'Keep your family in the picture' is the theme of Macular Degeneration Awareness Week 2012, highlighting the fact that if a member of your family has Macular Degeneration, you have a 50 per cent chance of developing the disease.
Find out about macular degeneration and ways of reducing the risk of this disease at myDr's related links. And check your eyes for symptoms of macular degeneration with our simple eye test - Macular degeneration tool.
Last Reviewed: 24 May 2012