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    An investment to save the sight of thousands of vulnerable older Australians will save the Government up two billion dollars.

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    NDIS independent review

    Macular Disease Foundation Australia has responded to the Independent Review of the NDIS Act.

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    Research grants awarded

    MDFA has awarded $1.3 million in research grants to six outstanding Australian researchers who are working to reduce the incidence and impact of macular disease.

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    Eylea PBS listing expanded

    From 1 October 2015, the PBS listing for Eylea® includes the treatment of macula oedema from either diabetic retinopathy or central retinal vein occlusion.

    SA Governor with Dr Grant Raymond and Julie Heraghty from MDFA.

    SA Governor: Vision Custodian

    SA Governor has his macula checked to support Macular Degeneration Awareness Week.

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    Awareness Week success

    Macular Degeneration Awareness Week 2015 went back to basics with the theme ‘How’s your macula?’ encouraging all Australians to get an eye test and macula check.

    WA Governor discusses the results of her macula check

    Custodian of Vision: WA

    The Governor of WA had a macula check at Government House to highlight the importance of early detection of macular degeneration.

    NSW Governor: Vision Custodian

    NSW Governor stresses the importance of regular eye examinations.

    Vic Governor: Vision Custodian

    The Governor of Victoria has accepted the role of Custodian of Vision to help raise awareness of macular degeneration.

    Her Excellency Professor the Honourable Kate Warner AM has an eye exam

    Tasmania’s Vision Custodian

    The Governor of Tasmania has supported Macular Degeneration Awareness Week 2015 by accepting the role of Custodian of Vision.

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