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Protective eyewear for children with monocular vision

Protective eyewear for children with monocular vision

When children and young people have monocular vision, it’s even more important to preserve their eyesight. But that doesn’t mean that they have to miss out on all the fun of sports and activities. Zishan Naeem, Lead Orthoptist for Retinoblastoma Services at The Royal...
Monocular vision

Monocular vision

PLEASE NOTE: Every child is different and therefore will adapt differently. This is not related to intelligence – some people will simply struggle with certain tasks in certain settings. Children with special needs may always find some activities challenging....
Artificial eyes school action plan

Artificial eyes school action plan

School teachers may not be covered to remove or replace artificial eyes, so you will need an action plan in place in case of any problems arising during school time. Take time in advance to go through everything clearly with your child’s teacher. You might want to:...
Practical advice for the cost of living challenges

Practical advice for the cost of living challenges

Families across the UK are facing a cost of living crisis as a result of the rising cost of goods and energy and high inflation. People with disabilities often have higher additional costs from using extra heating, water, personal care or needed specialist equipment...
It’s all change in the genetics service!

It’s all change in the genetics service!

We have been sad to say goodbye to Dr Trevor Cole and Dr Elisabeth Rosser who have given their invaluable genetics support to so many families over the years. Here Dr Cole and Dr Rosser reflect on their time with the UK Rb services, and we welcome their successors, Dr...