Don't be blind to Macular Degeneration

With Macular Degeneration Awareness Week coming up from the 25 June to 1 July this year, it is disturbing to note that the majority of the people have never had their macular checked. Macular degeneration (progressive damage to the retina) is currently the leading cause of blindness, but inmany cases it can be prevented.

Reduce the risk of blindness due to MD by:

• Wearing sunglasses
• Not smoking
• Eating fish, dark green leafy vegetables and fresh fruits
• Having regular eye-checks every two years
• Eating foods that contain zinc
• Exercising regularly