Who is at Risk for AMD?

AMD, or age-related macular degeneration, is a leading cause of vision loss for Americans age 65 and older. As you age, your risk for AMD increases.

If you are 65 or older, you should:

1. Visit your eye doctor regularly.
2. Learn and watch for the signs of AMD.
3. Take care of yourself.

Listen to an overview of AMD Risk Factors by Dr. William F. Mieler, MD, from the transcript of the Illinois Vision Symposium, October 31, 2006

Other risk factors for age-related macular degeneration include:

• race (Caucasian)
• smoking
• diet
• genetic factors

How do Doctors Check for AMD?

This web resource is made possible through an unrestricted educational grant from Pfizer Ophthalmics and (OSI)Eyetech Pharmaceuticals.

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