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Adult REFSUM DISEASE Adult Refsum disease (ARD) is a rare inherited disease where a fat called phytanic acid builds up in the body, leading to different symptoms. The most common first sign…
New FBC award to uncover links between inflammation and Stargardt disease
Fighting Blindness Canada (FBC) is pleased to announce funding for a new research award focused on Stargardt disease. Dr. Bob Chow (University of Victoria) will be leading the project to understand the…
New & Innovative AMD Treatments
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the most common cause of vision loss in people over 50. It affects the central portion of the retina called the “macula” which is responsible for detailed,…
Gene therapy Luxturna recommended for public health care coverage
Another hurdle in the process to bring the gene therapy Luxturna to Canadians has been cleared! In the last few weeks, the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH) and…
New study shows staggering costs of Inherited Retinal Diseases
Every year, the cost of inherited retinal diseases (IRDs) in Canada is $1.6 billion, a cost largely borne by affected individuals and their families. IRDs, including retinitis pigmentosa, rod-cone dystrophy, and Stargardt…
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