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.
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Young Adults Peer Support Group
Thursday 3 April, 7.00pm - 8.30pm - via Zoom - Are you aged 18 to 30 and living with an inherited retinal dystrophy? Then come and join us for our online Spring social catch up.
Meet our community: James Clarke
Aged 20, James was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa at a routine eye appointment in September 2015 and registered partially sighted, just prior to buying his first car and taking his driving test.
Phase 3 clinical trial has been given approval by FDA
The FDA has given Ocugen permission to start their phase 3 gene therapy clinical trial for retinitis pigmentosa (RP).
Gift Aid Declaration
Completing this form will enable Retina UK to claim tax back on eligible donations. It means that for every £1 you donate to Retina UK we can claim back 25p at no extra cost to you.
‘Talking’ Tech Peer Support Group
Wednesday 19 March 2025, 7.00pm - 8.00pm - via Zoom - Come and join us for our latest meeting where we will be joined by our guest speaker Darren Tan from Zappar who will be talking about their way and product finding app, Zapvision.
Collective support from Sight Loss Charities
The cost-of-living crisis is having a major impact on the lives of blind and partially sighted people. Many people are becoming increasingly concerned about how they will make ends meet. Sight Loss Charities have come together as between us we can offer help and support.
A week in the life of a researcher
On a typical week in the stem cell lab there are many different experiments going on. Different people work on their individual projects, but we often collaborate to share ideas and help each other.