New research shows that eating this tasty snack daily can help protect against the leading cause of vision loss in older ...

While the various forms of JMD act differently, they all damage the macula, a part of the retina responsible for the central vision that allows us to see sharp details. Currently, JMD has no cure.

Macular degeneration, particularly age-related macular degeneration (AMD), is a leading cause of vision loss worldwide. This condition affects the central part of the retina, known as the macula, ...

It typically starts at a younger age than age-related macular degeneration (AMD). MMD can lead to other eye issues, such as retinal detachment. Detecting it early can help prevent irreversible ...