Can (and should) we cure blindness?
BBC NewsWednesday, July 9, 2025 at 7:56:43 AM
This thought-provoking piece follows comedian Tom Skelton’s personal journey with vision loss as he wrestles with a bigger question: While science is making huge strides in restoring eyesight—from bionic eyes to gene therapy—should society frame blindness as a "problem" to fix? The article doesn’t just celebrate medical breakthroughs; it challenges assumptions about disability, identity, and what we consider "normal."
Editor’s Note: Beyond the cool science, this story taps into a deeper debate—one that’s especially relevant as tech like neural implants and CRISPR advance. It’s about who gets to decide what needs "curing" and whether progress should focus solely on medical fixes or also on inclusivity. For millions with disabilities, that distinction isn’t academic—it shapes how they’re seen by the world (and themselves).
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