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Retinitis Pigmentosa Research Advances
Research NewsRecent developments in research on retinitis pigmentosa.
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Disease
Often diagnosed in childhood or adolescence, retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is an inherited retinal disease causing progressive loss of night and peripheral vision. The condition often leads to legal and sometimes complete blindness.
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Octant Bio Begins Clinical Testing Oral Treatment for Rhodopsin-Related Retinitis Pigmentosa
Research NewsFirst-of-its-kind small molecule therapy targets protein misfolding at the root of RHO-adRP
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Life as a Teen with Retinitis Pigmentosa
Beacon StoriesAt a mere 15 years old, Ava Ruggiero’s world shifted when she received a diagnosis of retinitis pigmentosa. As Ava continues to find balance as a student and athlete, she discusses the challenges of navigating her diagnosis alongside her parents, Joseph and Stephanie.
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Dr. Eliot Berson, Pioneer in Vitamin A Therapy for Retinitis Pigmentosa, Passes Away
Research NewsDr. Berson dedicated himself to clinical care and vision-saving research for people with inherited retinal diseases for five decades.
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Research News
Marking an important milestone for this rare form of retinitis pigmentosa (RP)
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The Super-Sticky Shoes: Living With Retinitis Pigmentosa When the World Can’t See the Glue
Invisible DisabilityIn this deeply personal reflection, author Patti Brite Taylor shares what it feels like to live with retinitis pigmentosa—and how that experience inspired her mystery novel, The Vanishing Cactus, centered on a heroine with low vision.
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SparingVision Completes Dosing in Gene-Agnostic Therapy Trial for Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Research NewsNovel neuroprotective approach could benefit RP patients regardless of genetic mutation
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My Journey with Retinitis Pigmentosa and the Foundation Fighting Blindness
Beacon StoriesZach was diagnosed with Bardet-Biedl syndrome (BBS) through genetic testing from the Foundation’s My Retina Tracker® Program. Today, he is looking ahead with purpose — supporting research through the Foundation, planning for his future, and encouraging others to do the same.
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Research News
Survey results will inform therapy developers and the agenda for a Patient-Focused Drug Development meeting with Food and Drug Administration representatives.
