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Using technology to fight retinoblastoma

Using technology to fight retinoblastoma

Technology review: how the latest digital imaging technologies are joining the battle against retinoblastoma It’s difficult to imagine that, only five years ago, smartphones and apps were largely in their infancy – a far cry from their widespread use today....
Rb survivor is a sports star

Rb survivor is a sports star

After battling retinoblastoma as a toddler, Will Jubb, 19, really kicked cancer by realising his dream to become a semi-professional rugby player. His proud mum Clare tells us more…  Will was diagnosed with retinoblastoma in his right eye when he was two years...
Retinoblastoma: genetic testing

Retinoblastoma: genetic testing

Dr Simon Ramsden and Dr Trevor Cole answer some of the most frequently asked questions about genetic testing in retinoblastoma… Why do we carry out genetic testing for retinoblastoma? Genetic testing is predominantly used to advise on the recurrence risks to relatives...
Phil’s 4th marathon effort

Phil’s 4th marathon effort

Next month Phil Mills is running the London Marathon for CHECT after being inspired by his fiancée Miriam’s mum and sister, who were both affected by retinoblastoma… It’s his fourth London Marathon – and, he insists, his last – so Phil Mills is no stranger to...
‘It’s very important to accept help when you need it’

‘It’s very important to accept help when you need it’

Fifteen-year-old Katy Hughes was diagnosed with bilateral retinoblastoma as a baby. She talks about growing up with an artificial eye and how having cancer has inspired her to aim high… My name is Katy Hughes and I am 15 years old. When I was six months old I was...