Kimberley Young
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The new NHS England programme provides an eye care service in special schools
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OT and the AOP have produced a number of resources focused on supporting and upskilling the whole practice team
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The AOP’s Strategy for Optometry aims to highlight the key role optometry plays as part of the NHS and showcase where the profession can further relieve pressure on the health service
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The charity has been shortlisted in the Healthcare and Medical Research category for its Children in Focus project
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A March meeting of the AOP Council raised key areas for the AOP to support practices and optometrists in the coming months
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The OFNC says the decision “shows a lack of regard for the small number of practices that still need help,” and confirmed negotiations will not continue
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AOP clinical director, Dr Peter Hampson, identified the possibilities for “exciting new clinical opportunities” for optometry, but also highlighted areas of the plans to monitor closely
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A maximum £500 bonus is being offered to primary care workers in Scotland, with a deadline for claims of 21 February 2021
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Cheshire and Merseyside, and Lancashire and South Cumbria will be early adopters of the programme, with NHS England and NHS Improvement highlighting opportunities for optometrists