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"Free oxygen radicals damage proteins, which causes them to misfold and aggregate, then fatty protein deposits called drusen begin to accumulate, which is the main diagnostic criterion for the dry form of age-related macular degeneration."

A tiny wireless chip placed at the back of the eye, combined with a pair of advanced smart glasses, has partially restored vision to people suffering from an advanced form of age-related macular degeneration.

The report warned that the latest clashes may lead to a "degeneration" of the peace while further clashes remain likely.

Kelly Pardy was born with juvenile macular degeneration - a visual impairment that affects her central vision.

Smoking also at least doubles the risk of macular degeneration, which Evelyn developed.