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UK researchers have discovered that passing a weak electrical current between electrodes on a person’s scalp may lead to a reduction in frequency of the visual hallucinations experienced by some people living with sight loss.
Inherited progressive sight loss is caused by a range of rare genetic conditions. We specialise in those which affect the retina.
If you support someone with inherited sight loss and they need additional support or information, you can make a referral to one or more of our dedicated services.
The following projects were being funded by Retina UK and have recently come to an end.
The cover of this edition celebrates the success of our amazing London Marathon team. Together they have raised more than £43,000.
“All the promising research makes you feel like there is light at the end of that very dark tunnel after all.”
Retina UK aims not only to progress research along established threads, but to stimulate new thinking, encourage innovative approaches and nurture original ideas.
The aim of the site is to increase the level of awareness and understanding of genetic testing and genetic counselling among people living with inherited retinal dystrophies, empowering them to make fully informed decisions about their lives, healthcare and family planning.
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