Macular Degeneration is the most common cause of visual loss in the United States. As more people live longer, the number of cases of Age-Related Macular Degeneration, or AMD, is rising rapidly. Although there is no actual cure, exciting new medical developments and technological advances offer immediate ways to maximize your sight--and provide hope for more permanent solutions in the future.

Whether you, or someone you know, are in the early or advanced stages of the disease, this complete guide to macular degeneration includes everything you need to know to see better, accomplish more, and live a rich and satisfying life. Inside, you will find:

* A clear explanation of the symptoms and causes of AMD
* Advice on seeking medical help and “low vision” centers
* The latest research on medical treatments and vision rehabilitation--where new discoveries are being made all the time
* Information on how diet, exercise, and other lifestyle changes can help slow the progress of AMD
* Amazing devices--simple and high-tech--that aid reading, driving, and keeping up with your favorite pastimes
* Tips on how to make everyday activities easier, from going through the mail to going out with friends and family
* A special list of organizations and resources that can provide services, discounts, low-vision products, and information about the most recent developments

If you, or a loved one, have been diagnosed with AMD, you are not alone. This book will help you meet the challenge of a new way of life…and a new way of seeing.