When an infant is diagnosed with nystagmus, it’s very important to ensure that the child continues to have regular sight tests and check ups to make sure that other problems … Continue reading Children’s health: why vision matters
Author: Sue Ricketts
Researchers study whether albinism could protect against AMD
PRESS RELEASE ISSUED BY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL SOUTHAMPTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST 23 August 2018 Researchers in Southampton are in the early stages of a pioneering study which aims to discover if … Continue reading Researchers study whether albinism could protect against AMD
Guest post – Harry’s recovery from surgery continues
Harry and his family continue their post surgery journey. Ian writes: On day 7 after the op Harry is able to open his eyes for longer periods, the blurry vision … Continue reading Guest post – Harry’s recovery from surgery continues
Guest post – one week after Harry’s null point surgery
Harry has undergone the Anderson Kestenbaum procedure this summer to address his marked head turn. His Dad, Ian, has asked us to share their experiences. A few days after the operation … Continue reading Guest post – one week after Harry’s null point surgery
Guest post – Harry’s null point surgery
Ian is sharing his thoughts and experiences as his son undergoes Anderson Kestenbaum surgery this summer to address the head turn associated with his null point. In this post he … Continue reading Guest post – Harry’s null point surgery
Do you flush your contact lenses down the loo?
With so much talk at the moment about plastic pollution, here’s one small way in which the vision impaired community can help. We can stop flushing our used contact lenses … Continue reading Do you flush your contact lenses down the loo?
Guest post – questions for Harry’s consultant
Harry and his parents had many, many questions before finally deciding to go ahead with null point surgery. Here are just some of the questions the family asked, with the answers … Continue reading Guest post – questions for Harry’s consultant
VI skiing this Bank Holiday weekend!
We’re delighted to confirm another opportunity to ski with the Nystagmus Network and the Outspan Rebels VI ski team. On Sunday 26th August we will be running a two-hour ski lesson … Continue reading VI skiing this Bank Holiday weekend!
Guest post – Harry’s null point surgery decision
15 year old Harry has undergone the Anderson Kestenbaum procedure this summer. Parents often ask what null point surgery involves. Thorough consultation with the ophthalmologist and the surgical team are key. … Continue reading Guest post – Harry’s null point surgery decision
Research project could lead to cure for blindness
Moorfields consultant, Dr Marya Moosajee, is featured today in an Evening Standard article for her pioneering research, seeking to cure rare genetic causes of blindness. Read the article here.