Coronavirus

The DHSC has created a beta version of its PPE platform and is reminding healthcare providers to make the switch before the old system is closed on 26 April

Researchers highlight the nasal spray is able to stop the spread of all COVID-19 variants of concern, including alpha, beta, gamma and delta

Optometrists will receive an invitation to register with the new platform from 14 March

The AOP has called on the Government to retain free testing for optical practices following the publication of next steps for living with COVID-19

The pandemic has put a spotlight on the value of domiciliary optometry. OT  explores the life-changing impact of bringing care to a patient’s doorstep

The standards apply to healthcare settings registered with the Care Quality Commission – including hospitals and care homes

Dispensing optician and newly qualified optometrist, Amy Oliphant, paid tribute to her “compassionate” and talented friend, Anita Farrer

Optometrists may return to work after five days of self-isolation provided a series of conditions are met

Yuan Gao is a pre-reg optometrist at Western Eye Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. OT  spoke to Gao about his university experience and how one lecturer helped him to succeed

Healthcare workers who test positive for COVID-19 may return to work after seven days of isolation if they return negative lateral flow tests