http://ideas.eyeconx.net/story.php?title=age-%E2%80%93-related-macular-degeneration-%E2%80%93-how-to-tackle-increasing-rates With aging populations, age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is set to increase. AMD, which causes progressive blindness, may already be present in the early stages in 20% of 60 year-olds and those who are older in some countries. Whilst 10 years ago there were hardly any treatments for AMD, the age of targeted drugs like vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) suppressants has changed the way... Thu, 07 Jun 2012 11:55:47 EDT en