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WorldNow and this Site make no warranties or representations in
connection therewith. During AMD/Low Vision Awareness Month this
February, the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS)
encourages every adult to schedule an eye examination to check
for the earliest signs of this disease. Chicago, IL (PRWEB)
January 31, 2013 According to the National Eye Institute, an
estimated 15 million Americans have some form of age-related
macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of vision loss in
adults age 60 and older. Although there is no cure for this
disease, early detection and proper care can ensure good vision
for years to come. Macular degeneration happens during the
normal aging process, as yellow deposits form under the
retina—the light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the
inner eye. These deposits kill light-sensitive cells and can
result in blurred vision, loss of central vision, or distorted
vision. AMD can affect everyday activities