Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the #1 cause of severe vision loss in people over age 60. It is a serious disease that in some cases can progress quickly and destroy eyesight. The good news is that AMD can be detected in a routine eye exam and, when detected early, there are treatments that can delay or reduce the severity of the disease. The following articles and resources are examples of the information available to you and your loved ones understand more about AMD.