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In 2014 we funded an exciting new collaborative project. The UK Inherited Retinal Dystrophy Consortium (UKIRDC) Project brought together the four largest research groups in the UK specialising in inherited retinal diseases (IRDs).
There are about 125 million rod and cone cells within the retina that act as the eye's light receptors.
Prof Dominic Ffytche will provide an explanation of what Charles Bonnet Syndrome is, the science behind it, and share some potential coping strategies for people who experience visual hallucinations.
Information about social security eligibility, highlighting the key benefits for people living with sight loss and top tips when completing your applications,
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Jenny Dewing is a postdoctoral researcher working on a Retina UK-funded project with Dr Arjuna Ratnayaka at the University of Southampton.
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".
Russ was diagnosed with Choroideremia at the age of 11, after visiting caves in Spain and not being able to see anything.
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These are some of the most commonly asked questions about genetic testing and counselling.
