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Understanding Macular Degeneration

MassGeneralHospital via YouTube

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Learn about macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness among older adults, in this 58-minute medical presentation by Dr. Silas Wang from Mass Eye and Ear. Discover what macular degeneration is and how this eye condition can significantly impact your vision as you age. Explore evidence-based strategies to reduce your risk of developing this condition and understand the current treatment options available for those already diagnosed. Gain valuable insights into maintaining eye health during the aging process, with practical information presented as part of Healthy Aging Month. This educational program represents a collaboration between Mass Eye and Ear and the Maxwell & Eleanor Blum Patient and Family Learning Center at Mass General, providing expert medical knowledge in an accessible format for patients and families seeking to understand this common age-related eye condition.

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Blum Center Program: Understanding Macular Degeneration

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