About sight loss

Information about sight loss including different eye conditions, what it means to lose your sight, registering sight loss, preventing sight loss, research and FAQs about sight loss.

Eye conditions

More information about the most common eye conditions which cause sight loss.

Losing your sight

Losing some or all of your sight can be very distressing and have a big effect on your life. Information for people who are coming to terms with losing their sight.

Sight loss registration

Registering your sight problems can have many benefits. Find out more about registering as blind or partially sighted.

Prevention

Top tips about preventing sight loss and looking after your eyes.

Research

Research about sight loss.

FAQs

Our most frequently asked questions about sight loss.

Where to get help

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If you need advice or further information please contact your local Action team to speak with someone who can help.

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