Category: General News

Shaping the future: The College of Optometrists Holds AI in Eye Care Summit
College discussed and defined a shared vision for the future of artificial intelligence (AI)
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Why Medical Cannabis Could Save the NHS billions
The UK is the largest producer and exporter of medical cannabis, yet still imports 79% of its prescription cannabis,
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Greater awareness of children’s Vision care is urged by the profession
Only 35% of children who need glasses having prescription sunglasses
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Haag-Streit launches “Slit Lamp Imaging Competition 2025”
Haag-Streit gives eye care professionals the opportunity to showcase their imaging skills for great prizes.
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Quartet of new optometrists join sister practices
FOUR newly-qualified optometrists have joined sister practices
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Opchat News expands News Sector Headings with inclusion of USA News
Opchat News welcomes news from across the pond
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WORSHIPFUL COMPANY of SPECTACLE MAKERS awards SILVER MEDAL to PROFESSOR ROBERT MACLAREN
WCSM awards SILVER MEDAL to PROFESSOR ROBERT MACLAREN at recent Court Luncheon
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Exemption vote for carer’s NIC fails
RSM UK, comments on the House of Commons’ vote against exempting care providers from the rise in employers’ NICs
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Hampshire MP ‘deeply concerned’ over cuts to community eye health services
I’m deeply concerned about the news about the withdrawal of glaucoma services.
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Prize-winner chosen and new robot named
Dry Eye Revolution package which includes over £1,600 in complimentary stock to kick-start in-practice and at-home treatments.
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