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Mens Club talks about number one cause of blindness in those over 65

The New Canaan Mens Club will learn about the signs of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the number one cause of blindness in people over 65, its causes and steps individuals can take to reduce their risk of developing the condition at the clubs virtual meeting Friday, Aug. 28.

In her meeting remarks, by Dr. Cynthia MacKay, a clinical professor of ophthalmology at Columbia University College of Surgeons and Physicians, will describe the risks and symptoms, the two different types of age-related macular degeneration, defined as wet and dry, current treatments and the outlooks for promising future treatments of the condition. Dr. MacKays talk will begin after the clubs business meeting starts at 10 a.m. Shell conclude her remarks with suggestions for how members can decrease their risk of developing AMD.

A board-certified ophthalmologist, Dr. MacKay has comprehensive training in all aspects of eye care, with special training in diseases of the retina and in eye laser surgery.

She received her B.A. from Harvard University and studied medicine at the State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences Center, followed by internship at Lenox Hill Hospital. She did her residency in Ophthalmology at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center.

The New Canaan Mens Club meets virtually in weekly sessions that feature a business meeting, followed by a speaker on a variety of topics. Interested individuals 55-years-old and above may contact the club for more information at ncmens@ncmens.club.

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