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CHECT will always be a charity close to our hearts after the phenomenal support they gave us when Seb was diagnosed with Rb in 2016. We are lucky and incredibly grateful that Seb has been stable for a number of years and the time between check ups is now up to 9 months but want to continue to raise awareness and to raise funds for this dedicated charity. 50 families each year in the UK will have a child diagnosed with eye cancer - they will all be offered support from CHECT and they honestly couldn’t be in better hands through what is a terribly frightening time.
Childhood Eye Cancer Trust (CHECT) is the only UK charity that supports those diagnosed with retinoblastoma (Rb), and we need your help! Whether you choose to walk, cycle, run or skate – every penny you raise will help anyone affected by Rb in the UK. So, lace up your trainers and take on the challenge of completing 50km, representing approximately 50 children a year who are diagnosed with this rare form of children’s eye cancer. The Childhood Eye Cancer Trust (CHECT) is the UK's only charity dedicated to helping people affected by retinoblastoma (Rb), a rare form of eye cancer that affects babies and young children. We: Provide support and information to families and individuals. Fund research into the prevention and treatment of retinoblastoma. Raise awareness among health professionals and the public. Influence policy to improve services for patients.CHECT offers lifelong support to every family in the UK affected by