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Introducing Splice Bio, a genetic medicines company with some exciting developments for Stargardt’s patients.
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Tyne & Wear Local Peer Support Group
Saturday 22 August 2026, 1.00pm - 7.00pm - In-person - Come and join Colin and the group at the Tyneside Irish Centre for their latest in-person event in Newcastle.
Meet our community: Rachael Foley
Rachael first noticed she had sight problems at the age of 15. She went to her local eye clinic, who said she had an astigmatism.
Positive early findings from ProQR trial of USH2A therapy
Biotechnology company ProQR has announced encouraging results from its early analysis of the phase 1/2 trial of QR-421a, an innovative approach to treating sight loss caused by mutations in a particular section of the USH2A gene.
Webinar: Visual hallucinations and Charles Bonnet syndrome
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.
Progress in Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS) research
We recently received an update on the latest research into Charles Bonnet Syndrome from Dr Jasleen Jolly as part of a Retina UK podcast about visual hallucinations.
e-Newsletter January 2025
Our monthly e-Newsletter featuring the latest updates from Retina UK.
e-Newsletter May 2025
Our monthly e-Newsletter featuring the latest updates from Retina UK.
Meet our Ambassador: Colin Hetherington
Colin was born in Dumfries and now lives near Glasgow. He is living with Usher syndrome, a dual sensory loss condition affecting his eyes and his hearing. He and his wife, Lyn, both have guide dogs: Jumble and Yozi.
Your donations make progress possible
Your generous support allows Retina UK to fund the work of leading scientists who are increasing understanding of inherited sight loss and moving us closer to treatments.