Charities demand increase in benefits
Charities representing blind and partially sighted people are urging the UK Government to increase benefits in line with inflation rather than wages, when a decision is made at the end of the month.
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Growth factors
Growth factors are substances that promote the health and function of cells and tissues in the body.
Gene therapy shows promise in tackling X-linked RP
Early results from clinical testing of a gene therapy to treat X-linked retinitis pigmentosa (XLRP) have shown partial reversal of sight loss in some patients.
CRISPR Gene Editing Leads to Improvements
CRISPR gene editing leads to improvements in vision for people with inherited blindness, clinical trial shows.
New stem cell treatment gains approval to enter US clinical trials
New stem cell treatment gains approval to enter US clinical trials
Good luck to Chris and Dianne in Blackpool
Chris McCausland is heading to Blackpool for week 10 of Strictly Come Dancing.
What we do
Our vision is a world where everyone with inherited sight loss is able to live a fulfilling life.
Let’s talk about tech
As people living with sight loss we are constantly looking for solutions to make our lives easier without too much effort or cost writes Jonathan Abro.
e-Newsletter July 2026
Our monthly e-Newsletter featuring the latest updates from Retina UK.
Meet our Trustee: Dr Samuel Godfrey
Sam joins Retina UK, bringing a blend of scientific expertise, strategic leadership, and communication experience gained from over a decade working at Cancer Research UK.