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Are you a parent or carer of a child or young person living with an inherited retinal dystrophy?

Fundraising for Retina UK means a lot to me - both my dad and my nephew have been affected by inherited sight-loss, and I've seen first-hand the incredible work this charity does.

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Join us to find out how your donations make a direct different and fund research.

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The aim of the site is to increase the level of awareness and understanding of genetic testing and genetic counselling among people living with inherited retinal dystrophies, empowering them to make fully informed decisions about their lives, healthcare and family planning.

Join us to find out how your donations make a direct different and fund research.

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Autosomal recessive inheritance means that the faulty gene is on an autosome (any chromosome other than the sex chromosomes) and that both copies need to be faulty to cause sight loss

If you, or a close relative, are living with a genetic sight loss condition, there may be a chance that your children will inherit it.

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Take on a challenge with #TeamRetinaUK and run, jog or walk 10 miles in your neighbourhood whilst raising money for our cause.

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