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NHS backlog emergency forcing people to go private or risk permanent sight loss, latest survey finds
Yearly rise in the number of optometrists seeing patients experiencing delays of 12 months or more for secondary NHS care
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Optometry Wales outline new rules for practitioners practising in Wales
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Practitioners are urged by NHS Wales to be ready for 20 October
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NHS England are consulting on the current model of the Special Schools Eye Care service that is live in 83 schools across England
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AOP welcomes increase in fees paid to optometry practices for NHS eye examinations
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The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has taken the decision to start earlier than planned as a precautionary measure
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Government announces drive to digitise GP phonelines and offer greater options in patient access to care in dentistry and pharmacy, but does not capitalise on opportunities to improve patient experiences closer to home or address IT connectivity issues holding back optometry services
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The Association of Optometrists (AOP) offers tips to help families across the UK so they can prioritise their sight even when faced with increasing outgoings and financial difficulty
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The 2023 GP Patient Survey (GPPS) published last week shows a decline in the number of patients reporting a good overall experience with their GP practice