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The Latest Vision Sector News

Twins’ twin cataract surgery at Newmedica
They plan to return to Newmedica Birmingham to have cataracts removed from their left eyes,
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Leicester optometrist appointed to national eyecare body
Hassnain, aged 31, will serve a two-year term as Vice President.
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Consultation on proposed draft updated statement on the testing of sight approved
The consultation will be published in July and run for 14 weeks.
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OPTEGRA new quality report celebrates outcomes, training and AI
In response Optegra have launched a new Right to Sight initiative
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Eye care teams simulate cataract vision in football challenge
Eye care teams simulate cataract vision in football challenge
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Southwark opticians encoraged to increase accessibility for people with learning disabilities
Marina is calling for Southwark opticians to sign up to provide Easy Eye Care
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Help shape the College’s updated Guidance for Professional Practice
The College will publish the fifth edition of its Guidance for Professional Practice in winter 2026.
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BiB Ophthalmic Instruments confirm investment in BlephEx
The new agreement will allow BlephEx to reach a much wider and needed audience
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Opchat News welcomes a new Charity Partner OMUK.org
Ocular Melanoma UK is the only UK organisation dedicated solely to supporting people affected by ocular melanoma.
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Opchat News completes it’s Media Partnership for 2026
The success of Optometry Tomorrow 2026 demonstrates that there is clear appetite for high-quality education, networking and exhibition opportunities.
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Introducing Affinity Eyewear from Ashton Riley
Every detail within the collection has been carefully considered, Read More..

ØRGREEN’S NYHAVN Expands with two new styles
When Ørgreen introduced NYHAVN last year, it marked a new direction for the brand Read More..

“ONDA” Released in O.T.H COLLECTION:
O.T.H. (short for ‘Over the Hill’ – an English translation of “Sopracolle”) Read More..

Three New Characters of Italian Elegance from Nirvan Javan
Three New Characters of Italian Elegance from Nirvan Javan Read More..
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