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Researchers call for more funds to prevent inherited eye disease

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It's estimated one in one thousand Australians suffers from rare genetic eye conditions, such as Stargardt disease and retinitis pigmentosa, that can lead to eventual blindness.


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By Claire Slattery

Presented by Junko Hirabayashi

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It's estimated one in one thousand Australians suffers from rare genetic eye conditions, such as Stargardt disease and retinitis pigmentosa, that can lead to eventual blindness.


For the first time, researchers have calculated the cost to individuals and society of these conditions.

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