First patient receives ground-breaking treatment
In January 23-year-old Jake Ternent became the first person with an inherited sight loss condition to be treated in the UK with Luxturna (voretigene neparvovec) for Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA).
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Research news round-up – Spring 2024
A round-up of the latest research into inherited retinal conditions - February 2024.
Tough Mudder 2026
With various events to choose from in 2026, these hugely popular events are back for another year! Round up your friends, family members and colleagues and join #TeamRetinaUK for a fun day out!
Oysho Cardiff Half Marathon 2026
The Cardiff Half Marathon has grown into one of the largest and most exciting road races in the United Kingdom. It is now one of Europe’s largest half marathons and is Wales’ largest mass participation event.
Tough Mudder 2026 (London West)
With various events to choose from in 2026, these hugely popular events are back for another year! Round up your friends, family members and colleagues and join #TeamRetinaUK for a fun day out in 2026.
Great Bristol Run Half Marathon 2026
With a flat course and thousands of runners taking to the streets of Bristol, this highly popular event is set to be another sell-out in 2025 and you could be there, through one of Retina UK's charity places.
Great Bristol Run 10K 2026
If stunning views, inspiring history and graffiti murals are your thing, then this is the race for you in 2026. With a flat course and thousands of runners taking to the streets, it's a fantastic event to be a part of.
Green Park Reading Half Marathon 2026
Experience the thrill of the Green Park Reading Half Marathon, one of the UK’s most celebrated half marathons since its launch in 1983 and support Retina UK in 2026.
Robin Hood Half Marathon 2026
This iconic race starts and finishes in Victoria Embankment and is undulating, so not all flat. It is a picturesque route taking you along Victoria Embankment, past Nottingham Castle, near the Robin Hood Statue, and through the city.
Leicestershire Half Marathon 2026
Run the Leicestershire Half Marathon and make every mile matter for people living with inherited sight loss. A great course, a great challenge, and a great way to support Retina UK in 2026.