The Big Give Christmas Challenge 2022
Last year, with your help, we raised an incredible £53,752, which made great strides in helping our medical research recover from the pandemic.
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Vitamin A supplements provides no vision benefit to RP patients
Research determines that taking high dose vitamin A supplements does not slow vision loss in people with retinitis pigmentosa (RP).
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Our community are the reason we are able to continue supporting those with inherited sight-loss conditions through research and practical support.
Remember Retina UK in your Will
Including a gift to Retina UK in your Will is an incredibly special way to help our vital work continue into the future.
Meet our Trustee: Dr Martin Kirkup
Martin's son was diagnosed with Stargardt’s at a young age which has led Martin to take a close interest in the progress of research into Retinal disease.
Optogenetics
The BBC covered a story on Monday 24 May about optogenetics partially restoring the sight of a man living with retinitis pigmentosa in France.
Webinar: Ask the expert with Dr Roly Megaw
Joining us for an "Ask the Expert" session is Dr Roly Megaw.
Mirugen – Unlocking the Power of Retina Regeneration
Mirugen – Unlocking the Power of Retina Regeneration
Rose Earnshaw: An inspirational 8-year-old’s epic challenge
In August 2025, 8-year-old Rose Earnshaw is taking on a challenge like no other – completing 5 laps of her local village park (1 mile) every day throughout the month of August, in support of Retina UK’s vital work.
Medical Advisory Board
Our Medical Advisory Board (MAB) advises our Board of Trustees in order that they can approve grants for research projects.