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Autosomal dominant inheritance means that the faulty gene is on an autosome (any chromosome other than the sex chromosomes) and that only one faulty copy is needed to cause sight loss.

Emily Kearney is mum to four boys, aged four to 13, two of whom are living with an inherited sight loss condition.

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Find out how you can mark your special day while fundraising for people with inherited sight loss.

Tribute to Retina UK founder Lynda Cantor MBE

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We sat down to discuss all about who Retina UK are. 

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Your doctor or genetic counsellor will spend some time asking about other people in your family to try to work out the way in which your particular faulty gene has been passed down through the generations – this is referred to as the inheritance pattern.

The Spring 2023 edition of the Retina UK newsletter, Look Forward, which includes articles about our upcoming events, research updates and more.

• Look Forward
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Fancy fundraising for Retina UK? Here’s a few pointers to help get you started.

Since the publication of this newsletter our founder and honorary president Lynda Cantor MBE has passed away. We are all deeply saddened by this news.

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With a city centre start and finish, this race is a celebration of everything that makes Glasgow truly great - urban architecture, green spaces, history, music, strength, spirit and, of course, welcoming people! Sign up today and run for Retina UK.

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