title: Exciting breakthroughs could foster independence.
abstract: Researchers are closing in on cost-effective and accessible treatments for debilitating conditions like macular degeneration, while developing new technologies that can greatly enhance seniors' quality of life.
authors.forename: Joanne
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Kaldy
mesh_terms: D000203:Activities of Daily Living; D000368:Aged; D003362:Cost-Benefit Analysis; D006801:Humans; D008268:Macular Degeneration / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000517:prevention & control; D011788:Quality of Life