To understand why animals with albinism have red eyes, it’s first important to know what albinism actually is – a genetic condition that stops cells from being able to produce melanin ...

Emma was born with albinism, a recessive trait he inherited from his dark-skinned parents. His own skin is ivory white, his close-shaven hair pale orange, his eyesight weak. People like him have ...

Lerato Mekgwe, a Social Work Supervisor at the Gauteng social development n department, has led initiatives throughout Albinism Awareness Month in September to promote awareness of the condition ...

Albinism is a rare genetic condition that causes a reduction or lack of melanin. Melanin is the pigment that gives your skin, hair, and eyes their color. People with albinism have pale complexions ...

Iglesias was born in Mali with albinism, a genetic condition that inhibits the production of melanin which pigments the skin, hair and eyes. Albinism impairs her visual perception by 90% ...

Naseem Akhtar (centre in red) and youngest brother Mohammed Rafi (right) say world record recognition has been a positive experience A family with albinism said they sought recognition in the ...

Albinism impairs her visual perception by 90%, but thick corrective eyewear allows her to see around 20%. "I don't know anything when I cross the finish line because I can't see what's on my sides ...

Macdonald Masumbuka, who had albinism, was killed in 2018. One of those sentenced to life was Masumbuka's own brother. The killing of people with albinism is linked to witchcraft rituals ...

People living with albinism still face stigmatisation and discrimination. They are also prone to violent attacks fueled by certain beliefs. With September being Albinism Awareness Month ...

Keep abreast with the latest news related to Albinism there are 13 news items on Albinism that covers updates, breakthroughs and in-depth reports. We provide you with a free downloadable secure ...

Stories by SWNS "I was bullied for my albinism but I've embraced it - I'll never dye my white hair" Posted: 22 August 2024 | Last updated: 22 August 2024 Kristina Venning Rose, 47, was born with ...