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In Touch: The Future of Dorton House School

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08/11/2011

The Future of Dorton House School

BBC Radio 4 - In Touch, The Future of Dorton House School

Why the future of Dorton House School for blind children is in doubt.

Presented by Peter White. Why the future of Dorton House School for blind children is in doubt, and can food supplements help people with macular degeneration?

The future of Dorton House School for blind children is in doubt. There are now only 12 pupils in the 5 -16 age range being taught in a school that has capacity for over a 100 children. Why are student numbers falling and what is the future for special schools? 

Helen Jackman from the Macular Disease Society looks at the latest studies investigating whether certain foods can offer hope to people with age related macular degeneration. The AREDS 2 study is examining the effects of lutein and zeaxanthin, which are both found in green leafy vegetables. 

Also how well do hospitals cope with blind patients? You tell us your experiences of hospital care and we hear from one hospital which has introduced a practical scheme especially designed for blind people. 

Presenter: Peter White 

Producer: Steven Williams.

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