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Mosaicism

Mosaicism

Genes are instructions that control the way we grow and develop. We have around 20,000 different genes and, for the majority, these come in pairs. We get one copy from our mother and one copy from our father. In turn, we pass one copy onto each of our children. Every...
New retinoblastoma research confirmed

New retinoblastoma research confirmed

We are delighted to confirm that CHECT will be funding the next stage of “Developing an evidence-based psycho-educational intervention for teenagers and young adults who have had retinoblastoma”. Having spent three years understanding the psychosocial experiences of...
History of the Childhood Eye Cancer Trust

History of the Childhood Eye Cancer Trust

1984  In 1984 Janet and Pelham Allen’s then two-year old son David was diagnosed with retinoblastoma.  During this time Janet and Pelham set up the David Allen Retinoblastoma Appeal to fund research into retinoblastoma and raised an incredible £250,000.    1986  in...
World Retinoblastoma Awareness Week 2025

World Retinoblastoma Awareness Week 2025

It’s World Retinoblastoma Awareness Week from 11th May – 17th May 2025. There are a few different ways that you can help raise awareness and funds to support families affected by retinoblastoma during this important week. Whether you’re organising an event...
London Marathon 2025 – meet the runners!

London Marathon 2025 – meet the runners!

This year, an inspiring team of runners is taking on the iconic TCS London Marathon in support of the Childhood Eye Cancer Trust (CHECT). These dedicated individuals—whether seasoned marathoners or first-time challengers—are lacing up their running shoes to raise...
World Book Day: Retinoblastoma and Me

World Book Day: Retinoblastoma and Me

We spoke to Courtney Banfield, the author behind ‘Retinoblastoma and Me’.   Can you tell us what your book is about and called? The book is called ‘Retinoblastoma and Me’ and is based on Junior who was diagnosed with retinoblastoma in September...