Health services

The Royal College of Ophthalmologists says mandatory pre-operative COVID-19 testing could slow progress on tackling surgery waitlist

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

The new organisation will focus on controlling infectious disease, though some groups have warned the reform could be a “risky” move at this time

How Birmingham and Midland Eye Centre’s Dr Waheeda Illahi, Rosie Auld and Dr Peter Good are managing challenges in the COVID-19 recovery phase

The first network in Leeds for primary care professionals from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds aims to draw members from across healthcare sectors

Croesyceiliog School in Cwmbran has been producing 300 plastic face visors each week

The British Dental Association has highlighted that only 36% of dental practices will be opening from Monday

Queen’s University Belfast Professor Tunde Peto speaks to OT  about diabetic retinopathy screening

Optometrists John Keenan and Linda Hunter share their experiences of using video consulting technology in Scotland

Screening questions for optical staff and practice posters are included in the latest resources