Coronavirus
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Ophthalmic Consultants of London has seen a steep increase in patients compared to the same period last year
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The survey, held by Johnson & Johnson Vision, found a “disconnect” between how the public views the importance of eye health and how regularly they attend an eye examination
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Kashinath Bhoosnurmath, VP of international programmes at Operation Eyesight in Hyderabad, tells OT why governments and NGOs need to work together to avoid a “looming sight crisis”
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Sumrana Yasmin, global technical lead on refractive error at Sightsavers, tells OT about the charity’s mission to ensure that eye care is included as part of the global COVID-19 recovery
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The AOP has released new guidance for members in England, covering a range of topics including routine appointments and face masks
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The research, conducted by Vision Express, found that while COVID-19 has created delays, nearly a quarter of the population have not rebooked appointments
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Scientists have identified two nose cell types as likely initial infection points, while the cornea and intestine also contain viral entry proteins
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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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Eye research charity, Fight for Sight, and Diabetes UK collaborate to investigate COVID-19 complications in diabetic retinopathy patients
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As practices move into a new version of normal following the COVID-19 lockdown, manufacturers and suppliers have highlighted devices that can be operated from safe distances