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Research News
Thanks to recent advances in stem cell research, we are getting closer to replacing cells in the retina lost to diseases such as retinitis pigmentosa and age-related macular degeneration.
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Beacon Stories
Since becoming involved with the Foundation Fighting Blindness 10 years ago, Brenda has become a dedicated leader, advocate and champion for the community. Whether welcoming someone newly diagnosed, leading the Fort Wayne Chapter or participating in a clinical trial to help advance research, Brenda has dedicated herself to creating more hope and opportunity for others.
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Invisible Disability
Life is inherently uncertain, but what happens if we embrace that? Trust yourself and your intuition. My strength is for me to define, no one else.
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Foundation News
This two-day golf tournament at Sanctuary Golf Course will help accelerate research toward treatments and cures for blinding diseases.
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More Than What You See: Navigating Vision Loss and Mental Health
Beacon Stories WellnessAt 25, Austin experienced sudden vision changes that led to a diagnosis of Usher syndrome type 2A, reshaping how he moved through the world and how he saw his future. The emotional impact of this vision loss affected his mental health, leading to isolation before he began to openly process his experience and seek connection. Today, he uses his journey to inspire Rare Perspective Co., creating space for more open conversations and understanding around vision loss.
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Foundation News
The award recognizes Dr. Pierce’s contributions to inherited retinal disease research, including work that led to the first FDA-approved gene therapy for an inherited disease and leadership of the world’s first in vivo CRISPR genome-editing study in humans.
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Meet Teddy: A Guide Dog Helping Navigate Life with Vision Loss
Invisible DisabilityIn honor of International Guide Dog Day, we’re spotlighting the life-changing partnership between people living with vision loss and their guide dogs, through the eyes of one very special dog.
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The Foundation Fighting Blindness, together with the Nixon Visions Foundation, invites you to join a free, in-person workshop bringing together individuals and families affected by PRPH2 and associated retinal diseases, along with researchers, physicians, and industry partners.
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Leber Congenital Amaurosis Research Advances
Research NewsRecent developments in research on Leber congenital amaurosis.
