News and features
The latest news, features and insight from across optics
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A 10% increase in conditions being treated through High Street services was linked to a 5% drop in referrals to GPs and hospitals
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A survey conducted by the company has found that eye health is a low priority amongst members of the public following the beginning of the pandemic
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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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OT spoke to the team involved in the development of a new chatbot for Gene Vision, a website providing information on rare genetic eye diseases for patients and healthcare professionals
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In the run up to the October awareness day, the IAPB has revealed a campaign to encourage one million people to pledge to have a sight test
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The national campaign will be held from 14–20 June to highlight safe wear and the benefits of contact lenses
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The global initiative aims to raise awareness of the growing issue of myopia in children
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The annual inter-university competition, Optoversity Challenge, takes place as a virtual event with 11 universities competing for the winning title
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Allergan has partnered with teams from City, University of London and Glaucoma UK to introduce a free app for glaucoma patients