A thank you card from the Nystagmus Network showing an image of 2 boys taking part in a team building exercise.

BBC charity appeal raises £8,000


Following transmission of the Nystagmus Network’s Radio 4 appeal, presented by Richard Osman, the charity has received universally positive feedback on the clarity of the broadcast’s message. One listener, in … Continue reading BBC charity appeal raises £8,000

Shining a light in a woman's eye during an eye exam.

Research participation opportunity


People with nystagmus are being invited to contribute to medical research by sharing their experiences of accessing a patient information pack, designed to support people living with the little known … Continue reading Research participation opportunity

Roger stands in his garden.

Nystagmus is … a guide for adults


A fabulous new publication, Nystagmus is … a guide for adults, is now available FREE from our online shop. The booklet is inspired by the wonderful Roger (pictured), who first contacted us … Continue reading Nystagmus is … a guide for adults

Community Fund logo

The Nystagmus Network receives £8,000 from the National Lottery to increase our support services


The Nystagmus Network is delighted to have been awarded just over £8,000 in National Lottery funding to underpin its work supporting adults with nystagmus. The charity will use the funding … Continue reading The Nystagmus Network receives £8,000 from the National Lottery to increase our support services

Children reading The Gruffalo.

The impact of COVID-19 on visually impaired children


A guest post from Rosaleen Dempsey, RNIB Hi there I am from the children’s services in RNIB. Wonder if you would mind sharing a survey for families about the impact … Continue reading The impact of COVID-19 on visually impaired children

Nystagmus Aware logo

Does nystagmus or ocular albinism affect my immunity?


Lots of you are asking us this question and some of you have received notification letters from the government. We asked for expert clinical advice and received the following statement: … Continue reading Does nystagmus or ocular albinism affect my immunity?