Retinal Realities Podcast – Episode 24 – Rare Retinal Diseases
🌟 Rare Disease Day 2025 – Shining a Light on Rare Retinal Diseases! 🌟
This Rare Disease Day (28 Feb 2025), Retina South Africa highlights the challenges and breakthroughs in rare retinal diseases with expert Claudette Medefindt on our latest podcast episode! 🎙️
🔍 Did you know? 👁️ Rare retinal diseases affect fewer than 1 in 10,000 people. 🧬Genetic testing is key to accurate diagnosis, with over 300 genes linked to these conditions. 💡Exciting advancements like gene therapy & CRISPR bring hope for future treatments!
💙 Managing life with a rare retinal disease? Prioritize healthy living, screen breaks, and expert guidance—and remember, you’re not alone! Retina SA is here to support you.
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