The Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
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Macular degeneration reduces vision in the central part of the retina. It usually does not affect the eye’s side, or peripheral, vision.
People with AMD may have difficulty with daily tasks that require fine vision such as reading, dialing a telephone, driving, and recognizing faces.
Eligible for a free eye exam?
To see if you qualify call:
1-800-222-EYES
(1-800-222-3937)
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