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Robin Williams

Robin Williams

We are so sad to share the news that CHECT member Robin Williams passed away earlier this month. Robin was diagnosed with retinoblastoma at nine months old, losing his first eye at the age of two and a half, and his second eye aged four. His sporting career started...
Beyond Rb event: Boat ride down the Thames

Beyond Rb event: Boat ride down the Thames

It’s becoming a bit of a CHECT tradition that our meet-ups usually coincide with extreme weather events! Our Beyond Rb meet-up in November definitely followed this pattern, with torrential rain as the backdrop. However, 13 hardy CHECT adults and their partners /...
St Helens siblings scoop awards from eye cancer charity

St Helens siblings scoop awards from eye cancer charity

A brother and sister have received prestigious awards in recognition of the courage and bravery they displayed while one of them faced an extremely rare form of cancer. In September 2024, Hollie Robinson-Mellor from St Helens, Merseyside, was diagnosed with...
CHECT in the press

CHECT in the press

Wow – what a week!   We’re absolutely thrilled to share some wonderful press coverage celebrating our incredible CHECT community.   Hollie and Ted on BBC Radio Merseyside   Our amazing CHECT Champions, Hollie and Ted, were celebrated today on BBC Radio...