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In recent years there has, understandably, been a lot of excitement around cutting-edge therapies that target the specific genetic faults underlying inherited sight loss.

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Simon spent 40 years as a consultant ophthalmic surgeon at the North Hampshire Hospital in Basingstoke.

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Retina UK invites applications for funding for innovative, high quality research projects investigating the causes and potential treatments for all forms of inherited retinal disease. We are particularly keen to receive proposals with demonstrable translational potential.

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This edition marks the start of the charity's 50th anniversary year. It includes lots of ways to get involved over the next 12 months along with details of our Annual and Professionals' Conferences in September.

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Our monthly e-Newsletter featuring the latest updates from Retina UK. Subscribe now to receive these updates directly to your email.

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Retina UK has a number of online support resources which we offer via social media.

Inherited progressive sight loss is caused by a range of rare genetic conditions. We specialise in those which affect the retina.

We provide funding for innovative, high quality research projects investigating the causes and potential treatments for all forms of inherited retinal disease.

Making yourself aware of the what you are entitled to, and understanding the diagnosis pathway for inherited sight loss, will put you in a stronger position to seek better support.

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.

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