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Central to information:
Related Internet sites
The following sites are suggested "go to" places for vision—, AMD—, and product-related information.*
Vision and General Health Web Sites
Alliance for Aging Research
Includes link to "AMD Health Corner," an educational initiative of the Alliance for Aging Research and the National Eye Institute.
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Includes patient link to Medem, a general eye health library. Lists member ophthalmologists in the U.S. and abroad.
American Optometric Association
Includes patient information about eye conditions and diseases, examination procedures, eyewear, and nutrition for healthy vision.
EyeCare America
Sponsored by the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Toll-free number for ordering free educational materials. Free eyecare services for individuals who qualify.
Foundation Fighting Blindness
Funds research for retina diseases. Includes low vision coping tools, clinical trial information, glossary, personal story videos, chat rooms, and printed materials.
Lighthouse International
Worldwide organization offering patient education, rehabilitation guidance, research updates, newsletters, product catalogues, and tips for living with low vision.
National Association for the Visually Handicapped
Helps "hard of seeing" cope with the psychological effects of visual impairment. Provides low vision services, visual aids, and training to anyone who needs it.
Prevent Blindness America
Volunteer eye health and safety organization. Information on eye problems, vision testing, safety tips, and volunteer opportunities. Includes web forum.
Vision Council of America
Professional organization for makers of eyewear and vision care products. Supports public awareness of vision care.
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Web Sites
AMD Alliance International
Global nonprofit organization offering AMD information, news releases, caregiver handbook, toll-free patient hotline in U.S. and Canada, links to other vision web sites.
American Macular Degeneration Foundation
Offers printable Amsler Grid, news, health and nutrition tips. Care and Services Directory lists low vision centers, state agencies, vision specialists, vision aids products, and reading services for the visually impaired.
John A. Moran Eye Center
Treatment and research facility at the University of Utah School of Medicine. Link to "Webvision" tutorial provides detailed information on eye anatomy and function.
Macular Degeneration Foundation
Linked to eyesight.org. Features frequently asked questions, glossary, news, research updates, electronic newsletter, and links to other low vision resources.
Macular Degeneration Partnership
Includes regional listing of vision-related organizations, "Ask the Doctor" feature, monthly newsletter, low vision product information, AMD toolkit, and other coping tools.
Macula.org: Understanding & Coping with Macular Diseases
Links to The Macula Foundation, Inc., Association for Macular Diseases, and other sources of vision information.
The Macula Foundation, Inc.
Access through macula.org. Supports research in macular diseases. Links to educational materials, including CD-ROM with large-print booklet.
The Schepens Eye Research Institute
Affiliate of Harvard Medical School; world's largest independent eye research institute. Offers fact sheets, patient liaison contacts, quarterly patient newsletter.
Visudyne Partners
QLT Inc.
Offers clinical trial information on Visudyne therapy.
Novartis Ophthalmics Web Sites
Novartis Ophthalmics
Links to in-country information on Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation and its products.
*These resources are provided for informational purposes only and are not meant as a substitute for professional medical advice.
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