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The latest news, features and insight from across optics
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Optical sector bodies reviewed conditions around self-isolation for frontline health and care staff, and OT has heard how optometrists have been affected by the requirement
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NHS England has confirmed to the OFNC that GOS will remain a national contract following the transfer of responsibility in April 2022
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The modified requirements apply immediately and relate to all registered dispensing opticians and contact lens opticians who are training on the Scheme
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From mask wearing to social distancing, OT details six issues for the profession as measures imposed during the pandemic ease in England
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Pre-registration optometrist at Julian Davies Opticians, Peter Grant, on in-person assessments, virtual hospital experiences and looking ahead to the OSCEs
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Dr Nery Garcia-Porta on supportive colleagues at ARU, the impact of lockdown, and relaxing with her cat
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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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In a recent interview, CooperVision president, Daniel McBride, spoke to OT about incorporating myopia management in practice and the need for practices to be prepared
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President of CooperVision, Daniel McBride, talks to OT about the key trends in the contact lens market, the impact of COVID-19 and the need for practices to innovate
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The world of domiciliary optometry can be mysterious – and misunderstood – but infinitely rewarding, explains optometrist Simon Raw