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New CHECT research announced

New CHECT research announced

We are delighted to be able to announce our latest retinoblastoma research award to Professor Yellapantula for his project “Prognostic stratification and early detection of relapsed retinoblastoma using aqueous humour based cfDNA screening”. Cancers shed DNA...
Ivy’s glittery eye!

Ivy’s glittery eye!

We were delighted to receive this heartwarming message from Ivy’s mum Ewelina, after Ivy lost her eye to retinoblastoma. Ewelina said, “My daughter got inspired by other kids showing off their special artificial eyes so she asked her ocular prosthetist in...
Meet Our Patron: Darren Harris

Meet Our Patron: Darren Harris

Darren Harris has been CHECT’s patron since 2012. He has supported several fundraising events including Ride4Sight and Art4Eyes. He’s also a member of the Beyond Rb group, having been diagnosed with bilateral retinoblastoma; as well as the parents’ support...
London Marathon Runners 2024! 

London Marathon Runners 2024! 

We wish the best of luck to our #TeamCHECT London Marathon runners who will be pounding the streets of London on Sunday 21 April 2024!  If you’re heading to London for the day, we’d love for you to join us to help cheer on our fantastic runners as they...
Michael’s Journey: From retinoblastoma to fitness expert

Michael’s Journey: From retinoblastoma to fitness expert

For World Retinoblastoma Week, we spoke to Michael about his journey from the childhood eye cancer retinoblastoma, his enucleation and beyond! Background History and Diagnosis My name is Ayokunle Michael Omotayo (Michael), and I was born on 1st October 1992 in Kings...