The Sunrise Macular Degeneration Association (SMDA) provides information and referral to community services. We are a link to other groups and individuals, nationally and internationally, that are concerned about this medical disability. We keep you informed of the most recent medical breakthroughs in MD research and treatment as well as assistive living devices as well as other technologies that can assist those with MD. Our most important function is to provide fellowship and support to individuals that have MD, as well as their family and friends.
Mission Statement: The mission of the Sunrise Macular Degeneration Association (SMDA) is to provide support, information, and referral services to individuals who suffer from Macular Degeneration and other forms of vision impairment.
Would you like to know more about us?
SMDA aims to be an active organization by providing fellowship and support to those who are affected by MD as well as their close ones. We hold events regularly in the greater Sacramento area and are always looking forward to meet new people. You can go to the membership section of the website to become a member or to sign up for our newsletters. If you wish to directly contact us, then please proceed to the Contact Us section.
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Macular Degeneration Overview
Macular degeneration is a medical condition usually of older adults that results in a loss of vision in the center of the visual field (the macula) because of damage to the retina. It occurs in “dry” and “wet” forms.
Symptoms:
Common macular degeneration symptoms include:
• Blurry vision
• Seeing straight lines as crooked or wavy
• A dark, empty area appearing in the center of vision
• Drusen, which are yellow deposits under the retina.
Pain is not a symptom of macular degeneration.
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