Winter 2008
Upcoming Events
The Global Eye.
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Welcome
Eye Contact
Art for Eyes Paint Day
Toronto Bluejays Game
David M Bailey Concert
4th Annual Blind Ball
Harry’s Farewell.
Research Matters
Toronto Protocol
Eyes on the World
World Rb Awareness Week
In the Spotlight
Katy's Story
Brady's Story
Focused Care Q&A
Implants..
The Art of Child Life
Going to the Ocularist.
Snap Shot
Honduras.
World Rb Citizen
Timothy Murray MD
Kids Corner
Valentine Fun..
Points of View
Have Your Say.
Diary Dates
What's Happening?
When: February 4th.
Where: Globally.
An annual event to raise awareness of cancer around the world. This year’s campaign focuses on the dangers of 2nd hand smoke in childhood.
For more information: visit the Campaign Website.
When: February 15th.
Where: Globally.
An annual event designed to educate the general public about childhood cancer, and promote the work of many parent-led organisations throughout the world.
For more information: visit the ICCCPO website.
in Africa.
When: February 12-13th.
Where: Liban Centre, Woodmead, Johannesburg, South Africa.
The Childhood Cancer Foundation of South Africa (CHOC) and the International Confederation of Childhood Cancer Parent Organisations (ICCCPO) are joining forces to host this conference for families and survivors, medical staff, volunteers and others involved in the care of children with cancer. Topics will include coping strategies, discipline for a sick child, effects on siblings, new medical developments, the role of traditional healers, and the challenges of cancer care in Africa.
For more information: visit the CHOC website.
When: February 12-13th.
Where: Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, USA.
This empowering, energizing conference brings together students, doctors, nurses, Peace Corps volunteers, public health, business and nonprofit professionals, anthropologists, policy makers, philanthropists, educators, and others, building global health for today and tomorrow..
For more information: visit the conference website.
When: May 11-17th.
Where: Globally.
A week of awareness raising activities around the world to highlight retinoblastoma and its most common early sign – a white reflection in the eye. Everyone is encouraged to become involved by putting up posters, contacting local media and holding fundraising events to help support long-term awareness raising projects around the world.
For more information: The World Rb Week section of this website will be updated in the coming weeks.
When: June 15-20th.
Where: Casco ME, USA.
A week of fun activities for families affected by retinoblastoma, including the affected child, siblings and parents. Attendance at camp is free-of-charge, and the camp is also open to families living outside the USA. Places are limited and allocated on a first-come-first-served basis, so apply today to secure your trip to this wonderful week-long event.
For more information: visit the Camp website.
When: Monthly events.
Where: Tucson and Phoenix areas, Arizona, USA.
RbAZ holds regular family events that offer support and stimulate camaraderie among those affected by retinoblastoma in Arizona. Gatherings are usually held in places where the children can play and socialise and parents can relax and visit. Events are held in both the Tucson Phoenix areas to make them as accessible as possible in this large state
For more information: visit RBAZ online.
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