Usher syndrome (USH) is a rare inherited condition - passing from parents to children - that impacts three major senses in the body: vision, hearing, and balance. While considered a rare disease, Usher syndrome is the most common genetic cause of combined deafness and blindness. More than 400,000 people are affected by this genetic disorder worldwide.

Learn more about the science behind USH, the progress toward treatment development, and how to contribute actively to research.