Post by Moorfields Eye Charity

Moorfields Eye Charity supporters make breakthroughs possible that were once unimaginable, such as helping to save the sight of children like Jace. Last year, an innovative new gene therapy, developed with initial funding from Moorfields Eye Charity, brought life-changing improvements to four young children born with a rare genetic condition called Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA). The condition is severe and often causes blindness. One of the first to receive this ground-breaking treatment was Jace. He was born with severe visual impairment and before the procedure could barely perceive the difference between light and dark. For Jace and the others involved, this new therapy was life-changing. The results show that when this treatment is given early in life, it can dramatically improve vision in children previously certain to experience profound sight loss. “After the operation, Jace was immediately spinning, dancing and making the nurses laugh. He started to respond to the TV and within six months, could recognise and name his favourite cars from several metres away.” - Dani and Brendan, Jace’s parents Work like this is only possible thanks to people like you. Will you make a donation today and help support the next pioneering development in eye care? Support life-changing research at Moorfields Eye Hospital, London and UCL Institute of Ophthalmology today by clicking the link below. #LeberCongenitalAmaurosis #EyeHealth #SightLoss https://lnkd.in/eMqVnEYC