Stories
Robert’s story
I was diagnosed with Stargardt’s in the summer of 1981, shortly before my 21st birthday. On the day of diagnosis I was given the option to be registered partially sighted but declined the offer. I was also informed that, as of that day, I was not allowed to drive anymore; the latter being the hardest…
Yvonne’s story
There are several unique experiences peculiar to living with Stargardt’s disease; some very personal and others played out quite publicly. Through these experiences I learn the truths that mould and guide my existence. Like most Stargardters, I recall needing to look at my classmates’ notes to get what was on the board at around the…
Katie’s story
On the 13th June 2017, I went off to a routine eye appointment that I attended every two years. I thought absolutely nothing of it as I drove there, but thought I had better mention to the optician that I was struggling to focus in low lighting and it was taking longer for my eyes…
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