Saturday 24 September 2016

Church Gresley eye cancer survivor Katie, 8, shows support for National Eye Health Week

A schoolgirl who battled a rare cancer that left her blind in one eye has shown her support for charity while raising awareness for National Eye Health week.

Katie Boyce, eight, of Church Gresley, was diagnosed with retinoblastoma in both her eyes when she was two-years-old. Her mum Jamie, 29, and dad Ryan, 30, assumed she had a squint but, after getting her checked and being referred to hospital, were told that she had eye cancer. Katie needed chemotherapy and now only has sight in her right eye.

Jamie said: “Katie is an inspiration. She is very passionate about eye health. It is quite strange because she is usually quite shy but she absolutely loves helping others and I think the campaign has taught her a lot about herself too and the importance of looking after your eyes.” For the full article click here



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