Kyle: My Retinoblastoma Story

Kyle: My Retinoblastoma Story

My name is Kyle, and I was born on 10th April 2000. I was just three months old when retinoblastoma changed my life, although at the time I was far too young to understand what was happening. During my first baby checks, a nurse noticed something different about my...
“We spotted our son’s eye cancer on his birthday”

“We spotted our son’s eye cancer on his birthday”

Isaac’s mum, Maria, said, “We noticed a glow in Isaac’s right eye, but only in certain lighting and at a certain angle. We first properly noticed it on his third birthday once everyone had gone. I spotted the glow and mentioned it to Isaac’s dad, who instantly knew...
Nancy’s sporting talents

Nancy’s sporting talents

We spoke to ten-year-old Nancy, who was diagnosed with retinoblastoma, about her sporting hobbies. I currently play football twice a week with my school and a team on Saturdays. I also play for my local cricket team through the cricket season. I also love to horse...
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...