Nystagmus Network trustees donated £17,000 to the paediatric fund of the University of Southampton’s Gift of Sight appeal last December thanks to the generosity of our fundraisers and supporters. Someone who contributed more than most is Southampton-born Mike Larcombe who, in 2020 completed his Walk for Wiggly Eyes, a three and a half month long … Continue reading Nystagmus Network invests £17,000 in research
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Meet me in Southampton
This August the Nystagmus Network was finally able to meet with and celebrate the incredible achievements of a true nystagmus superhero, Mike Larcombe. From December 2019 and for a total of three and a half months, Mike walked the entire length of New Zealand (yes! the North and the South Island!) following the Te Araroa … Continue reading Meet me in Southampton
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
Night in with the Nystagmus Network
Virtual Open Day 2020, on Saturday 3 October, will close with A Night in with the Nystagmus Network, a virtual supper party for members and invited VIP guests. This is a fabulous opportunity to meet, chat and network with nystagmus experts, guest speakers and presenters, supporters and members of the Nystagmus Network whilst enjoying a relaxed … Continue reading Night in with the Nystagmus Network
Night in with the Nystagmus Network
The Nystagmus Network virtual Open Day takes place on 3 October, with presentations, workshops, forums and fun for everyone. The day, full of support and information and everything nystagmus, draws to a close in the evening with the spectacular Night in with the Nystagmus Network, a virtual supper party with an amazing guest speaker. Night … Continue reading Night in with the Nystagmus Network
Mike’s a Nystagmus Super Hero
In case you haven’t heard yet, Southampton born, Mike Larcombe, who has CN, set off on his Walk for Wiggly Eyes on 16 December. Mike is walking the entire length of both islands of New Zealand to raise awareness of nystagmus and funding for nystagmus research. The Nystagmus Network is one of Mike’s 3 chosen beneficiary charities. The others … Continue reading Mike’s a Nystagmus Super Hero
Trekking through Middle Earth for nystagmus research
Follow Mike’s wiggly progress on his Facebook page, here and donate to his Nystagmus Network fundraising page, here. A sight-impaired young Englishman, Mike Larcombe, is preparing to trek across New Zealand to raise money for a complex eye condition that blurs his vision. Mike has nystagmus, which he refers to as “wiggly eyes” and so … Continue reading Trekking through Middle Earth for nystagmus research
Mike’s wiggly walk – video update
Mike has nystagmus and so does his young nephew, Archie. Later this year and well into 2020, Mike will be walking the length of New Zealand to help find a cure for nystagmus. The route he’s following is the Te Araroa pathway, taking in both the north and south islands, on foot and sometimes in … Continue reading Mike’s wiggly walk – video update
Mike’s wiggly walk
On Nystagmus Awareness Day we are proud and delighted to announce that our newest supporter, Mike plans to walk the length of New Zealand to help find a cure for nystagmus. The route he’s following is the Te Araroa pathway, taking in both the north and south islands, on foot and sometimes in a kayak, … Continue reading Mike’s wiggly walk