A Nystagmus Champion is someone who goes above and beyond to raise awareness of the condition, to raise funds or generally make life better for people living with nystagmus. The Nystagmus Champions of 2022, announced at our virtual Open Day on 1 October are: Lucy Mum to Maisie and partner to Myles, we’re sure it’s … Continue reading Nystagmus Champions of 2022
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Leicester optician puts nystagmus in Focus
Having nystagmus hasn’t stopped Leicester’s Khalil Musani from forging a career in optics and helping others look after their eyes When Khalil secured a Saturday job at a Leicester opticians in 2017 it proved to be the catalyst to fulfilling his ambition to work in optometry. Now, aged 21, and assistant manager at Specsavers Leicester, … Continue reading Leicester optician puts nystagmus in Focus
Wiggly Walk 2
The amazing Mike Larcombe, nystagmus champion extraordinaire is at it again! You will remember, of course, that in 2019/2020 Mike walked the entire length of New Zealand to raise awareness and funds for nystagmus research. New to Mike’s story? Catch up on the all the highlights here This New Year sees Mike embark on another … Continue reading Wiggly Walk 2
The Nystagmus Champions of 2021
Nystagmus Network Vice-chair, Peter Greenwood, was delighted to announce the ‘nystagmus champions’ of 2021 at the end of Open Day party on 25 September. Tyler UrquhartThe Urquhart family are, quite literally, tireless supporters of the Nystagmus Network.This year they walked ran or swam 200km over 30 days. Everyone took part, even the dog!We like to … Continue reading The Nystagmus Champions of 2021