AOP

OT  poses a monthly scenario from a practitioner. This month, we look at the changes to GOS in Scotland, which came into place in October this year

The statement focuses on the need for improved eye health services for patients with learning disabilities

The AOP has created a public eye health awareness campaign that challenges people to think more about their eye health, explains Vicky Vine

The AOP’s clinical adviser Farah Topia and professional adviser Henry Leonard share insight on common questions from members and the service they provide

The Association’s Celebrate your sight campaign aims to encourage the public to think about their eye health

An AOP survey revealed a startling number of optometrists see children with vision problems that could have been treated more successfully had they been diagnosed earlier, explains Serena Box

The Association’s A B See campaign aims to highlight the importance of a sight test to support children in reaching their potential

Why experiencing dry eye symptoms first hand can offer a wake-up call when providing eye care to elderly dry eye patients in clinic

Dry eye may be the condition that poses a treatment conundrum, but optometrists are well placed to provide invaluable eye care support and evidence-based advice to patients, reiterates Henrietta Alderman

While strides are made each year to raise the profile of eye health, there is a lack of understanding among the general population about how best to look after their eyes. The AOP’s Serena Box highlights how the AOP is supporting practitioners to make a real impact