Optical organisations
The latest news from leading optical organisations across the sector
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Developed over a decade, the Bradford Visual Function Box is designed to help understand what a person with a severe learning disability is able to see
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A draft protocol on illegal practice was discussed at the latest meeting of the General Optical Council
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With National Eye Health Week underway, OT finds out why the campaign is so important following the pandemic, and what plans lie ahead
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With the campaign launching on 20 September, OT reviews the key themes for the week and hears why practices should consider getting involved
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A survey by the GMAC found only 25% of parents in the US had taken their child to an eye care professional since the beginning of the pandemic
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The guidance supports the need for “robust” infection prevention and control measures for primary eye care services after 19 July, and addresses topics including social distancing and face masks
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An increase to the GOS sight test fee remains a focus for the negotiating body
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As England prepares for four weeks of restrictive measures, the College of Optometrists has recommended practices remain open to provide prioritised routine care along with urgent and essential services
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The European Council of Optometry and Optics found that, while there are still areas to grow, “significant progress has been achieved” in developing the scope of optometry in countries across Europe
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All practices will be able to remain open to provide services as part of the amber recovery phase guidance, Optometry Wales shared