Taking part in the 2021 Virtual London Marathon
Caryn talks about her experience taking part in the 2021 Virtual London Marathon.
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Taking on the bank!
Lockdown may have put the brakes on Euroglaze’s fundraising campaign for Retina UK initially, but the team at the Barnsley based Rehau fabricator are now on a roll once again.
Isle of Wight Local Peer Support Group
Thursday 10 October, 5.30pm - In-person - Come and join Colin & Linda at the Alamo Bar & Grill in Ryde for a meal and Quiz Night in aid of Retina UK Day!
Fundraising
Raise money to help support people affected by inherited sight loss to lead better lives today and accelerate the search for treatments for the future.
e-Newsletter September 2023
Our monthly e-Newsletter featuring the latest updates from Retina UK.
Meet our volunteers: Dr Katerina Tavoulari
Katerina joined the Retina UK team at the start of 2023 after hearing about the charity through her involvement in a research project at the University of Bath, where she works as an academic.
Genetic testing
Genetic testing, usually via a blood sample, is used to try and identify which gene contains the fault that is causing an individual’s sight loss.
Webinar: Usher syndrome mini series – part two
Professor Mariya Moosajee looks at the latest research, clinical trials and treatment prospects for people affected by Usher’s syndrome.
e-Newsletter – April 2023
Our monthly e-Newsletter featuring the latest updates from Retina UK. Subscribe now to receive these updates directly to your email.
Meet our community: Bhavini Makwana
Bhavini was diagnosed with RP in 1997 aged 17. The consultant who confirmed her diagnosis told her that “there was no cure or treatment and she should prepare to go blind".