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Research shows omega 3 and vitamin D do not help prevent AMD

Posted: Friday 27 November 2020

New research has revealed that omega 3 and vitamin D do not help to prevent age-related macular degeneration (AMD).A new study, which is the largest of its kind to date, has looked at whether supplements of vitamin D or omega-3 fatty acids reduce the ris…

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Our Working Age and Young Peoples' Manager shares his self isolation tips

Posted: Friday 27 March 2020

Our working age and young peoples' manager Colin Daniels has shared his top tips for surviving self isolation when you are living with sight loss.

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New tech support service has helped you stay connected

Posted: Tuesday 24 March 2020

Whatever our level of sight, it’s hard to ignore just how thoroughly technology has worked its way into all our lives.

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