Coronavirus
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Healthcare workers who test positive for COVID-19 may return to work after seven days of isolation if they return negative lateral flow tests
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Scientists determined that that the virus can be detected on the conjunctiva and tears of patient with COVID-19
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Analysis reveals reduction in COVID-19 infections following introduction of mandatory eye protection
A systematic review has examined the effect of eye protection on viral transmission
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US emergency department data has revealed a reduction in the number of patients seeking treatment for conjunctivitis following the pandemic
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Following calls from optical sector bodies, frontline NHS general ophthalmic contractors and patient-facing staff are eligible for a flu vaccine
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Locum optometrist, Priya Morjaria, talks to OT about three women who have inspired her throughout her optometry career
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The College of Optometrists has confirmed that changes to infection prevention and control within hospitals do not apply within primary care
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The AOP has highlighted that the consultation on proposals to require frontline health workers in England to have COVID-19 and flu vaccines “must include optometry”
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A 23-year-old patient whose diet changed during lockdown experienced temporary vision loss in her left eye
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Eye care charity Orbis is urging parents to take their child to the optometrist ahead of the new academic year