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New Animal Model May Lead to Better Treatments for AMD
For the first time, Foundation-funded scientists have created an animal model of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) that closely represents the vision-robbing disease in humans. more >

Glaucoma drug brimonidine moving into clinical trials for RP, AMD
Allergan is launching two clinical trials to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the drug brimonidine in slowing the progression of retinitis pigmentosa and the dry form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). more >

LCA clinical trials boost prospects of gene therapy for other retinal diseases
A landmark clinical trial of gene therapy has helped three young adults with Leber congenital amaurosis regain some sight. more >

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That’s what friends are for

Donna Burke TehaanWhen it comes to raising money, Donna has a simple philosophy: Just keep looking ahead. She says, “It’s ok if someone doesn’t say ‘yes,’ because someone else, someone you least expect, will say ‘yes.’” more >

A Commanding Voice for Cures

Brooke PerniceFFB is fortunate to have the passion of Brooke and the entire Pernice family behind our urgent mission to bring an end to all retinal degenerative diseases. more >

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Palm Desert, CA - Desert Cities Chapter Meeting
Jul 26, 2008
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Join us for coffee.

Los Angeles, CA - Los Angeles Chapter
Aug 02, 2008
Mar Vista Library

Breakthrough in Gene Therapy Trial Restores Sight: What does this mean for you?

Pittsburgh, PA – VisionWalk Kick Off Luncheon
Aug 02, 2008
McCormick & Schmick’s

This free event is a great way to kick off your own VisionWalk experience!

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