In this episode Laura and Mark talk about their dreams and how they see the world in sleep. Mark is living with retinitis pigmentosa so his sight has deteriorated over his life, whereas Laura lost her sight at a very young age. They also briefly cover Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS).

Welcome to the 46th Retina UK Annual Conference where we come together for knowledge sharing, support, and empowerment within the inherited sight loss community. Whether you are attending online or in person this year, thank you for joining us. We have a packed programme for you today. This conference aims to foster a collaborative environment, bridging the gap between cutting-edge research and the everyday lives of those living with inherited sight loss. Throughout our conference, attendees will have the opportunity to engage in enriching discussions, have their questions answered, and learn from esteemed experts in the field. We will delve into topics such as emerging gene therapies, assistive technologies, and psychological wellbeing for individuals and families affected by inherited sight loss. Moreover, this conference goes beyond scientific exploration. It is a platform for personal stories and shared experiences, promoting a sense of community and solidarity among attendees.

Highlights include:

Welcome to the fourth Retina UK Professional Conference where we come together to support you in your work with the inherited sight loss community. Working in partnership we aim to equip you with the knowledge you need to make the biggest difference for your service users. We are pleased to offer CPD accreditation for today's Conference. It is available for all attendees.

A full video version of the Conference is available on our YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/retinauk).

Retina UK E-newsletter June 2023

This leaflet is available in audio, PDF and Word formats. If you would like to access the leaflet in one of the other formats, please visit RetinaUK.org.uk/resource/leaflet/

Have you ever really thought about how you use your  sensations after sight loss? Does your sense of humor relate to your ability to tell a joke or hear a joke? Find the answers to these questions and more in our ‘Blindingly Chatty’ podcast from Laura and Mark.

This event is free to attend and will be CPD-accredited. Attend in-person in London and network with colleagues, or online.

Highlights include:

Find out more and book your place to join in London, or online, at RetinaUK.org.uk/prof-conf

Book now to attend the Retina UK annual conference in London, or online, on Saturday, 24 June. The event is free to attend and highlights will include:

- Gene therapy – Augmentation, editing, and silencing: Prof Tara Moore, Ulster University.

- The potential of stem cell treatments: Prof Lyle Armstrong, Newcastle University.

- Practical example of gene therapy: Mr Kanmin Xue, University of Oxford, Oxford Eye Hospital.

- Practical example of the role of synthetic implants: Prof Paulo Stanga, The Retina Clinic, London.

- Put your burning questions to our panel of seven leading experts in the field of inherited sight loss and treatment development.

Hear about new emerging technology to support with everyday living.

To register phone 01280 821334 or visit RetinaUK.org.uk/annual-conference.

The latest e-Newsletter from Retina UK.

Please consider donating to Retina UK through a monthly or quarterly direct debit if you can. Regular donations provide a reliable source of income to help us to plan effectively for the future. Visit RetinaUK.org.uk/get-involved/donate/ to sign up, or, if you prefer, call us on 01280 821334.

This is a recording of a video held on Thursday 18 May. The full video recording can be found on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/3m1wWmQ8bIEhttps://youtu.be/3m1wWmQ8bIE

We are excited to be joined by Hair Stylist Anna Cofone to explore all things hair and scalp care.