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SUMMARY:Inherited Retinal Disease Genetic Testing Month
DESCRIPTION:Inherited Retinal Diseases (IRD) are a group of diseases that can cause severe vision loss or even blindness. Identifying the genetic cause of disease is an important part of care for patients with IRDs. Educational materials\, such as a fact sheet\, expert interviews\, social media graphics\, and a dedicated webpage are made available.
URL:https://preventblindness.org/calendar/inherited-retinal-disease-genetic-testing-month-2026/
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SUMMARY:Stargardt Disease Week
DESCRIPTION:Stargardt disease\, also known as Stargardt macular dystrophy or juvenile macular degeneration\, is a rare inherited eye disease that causes progressive vision loss in the central part of the retina. It affects children and young adults. Prevent Blindness provides educational resources in English and Spanish on symptoms\, treatment options\, and the importance of genetic testing\, and living successfully.
URL:https://preventblindness.org/calendar/stargardt-disease-week-2026/
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