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Optical associations have shared updates on the progress of the COVID-19 vaccination plan for patient-facing practice staff
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GOS contractors are invited to share information of the viability of services to inform the OFNC’s work with NHS England
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Optical practices in Scotland can continue offering a full range of services in the new lockdown, the government has confirmed
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A legal requirement to stay at home except for essential purposes will be introduced as of midnight tonight
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Supplies could be extended to wider settings depending on demand and optometrists can approach their Local Resilience Forums to be part of the allocation process
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The new organisation will focus on controlling infectious disease, though some groups have warned the reform could be a “risky” move at this time
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As negotiations for potential further funding continue, it has been agreed that previous levels of COVID-19 funding for GOS contractors in England will be extended until 31 July
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The first network in Leeds for primary care professionals from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds aims to draw members from across healthcare sectors
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Key findings from the report highlight age as the largest factor, but also confirmed higher risks of mortality for those in BAME groups
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ONS data shows 'ophthalmic opticians' are among those occupations at a higher potential exposure to the coronavirus, based on typical exposure to disease and physical proximity to others