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Spring clock change associated with higher risk of retinal disease

US researchers have found an elevated risk of certain retinal diseases in the month after the clocks go forward an hour

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A growth chart for the eye?

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Systematic review finds no link between oral contraceptive use and dry eye disease risk

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22 Jul

Dr Erika Kennington smiling at the camera. She has strawberry blonde hair, grey eyes, and wears a blue jumper

Macular Society appoints new director of research

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22 Jul

Dr Nawajes Mandal holds a model eye

Research to examine how chemical warfare agents affect the eyes

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20 Jul

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The view from France: providing myopia management in clinical practice

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16 Jul

A patient sits in a consultation room as an eye scan is explained to her by a clinician

In the spotlight: ophthalmic laser procedures performed by optometrists

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15 Jul 5 min read 4

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Manufacturing personalised contact lenses using 3D printing

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15 Jul

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An amniotic membrane-derived treatment for ocular surface disease

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14 Jul

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Exploring the effect of the US opioid epidemic on endogenous endophthalmitis cases

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10 Jul

A futuristic illustration of an eye with lines of data emanating from corneqa

Researchers apply AI to OCT scans and fundus photographs to learn more about systemic health

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09 Jul

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Moorfields Eye Charity to invest at least £2 million in eye health research

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08 Jul

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Small increase in dry eye disease risk among patients taking statins

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08 Jul

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Researchers highlight “growing challenge” of antibiotic resistance in veterinary ophthalmology

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07 Jul

An older man has a consultation with a clinician

Should retinopathy-free older adults continue to be screened for diabetic eye disease?

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07 Jul 1

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Man in his 20s suffers retinal tears after using massage gun on his eyes

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06 Jul

Retinal endothelial cells

Scientists generate retinal endothelial cells from stem cells

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02 Jul

Children line up outside a classroom in Taiwain

More than half of Taiwanese five-year-olds myopic or pre-myopic

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01 Jul

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Vaping linked to increased risk of vision-threatening disease

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01 Jul

A man sits in front of a bright screen

Researchers explore connection between bright evening light and eye disease

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30 Jun

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Research spotlight

A personal mission to translate promising glaucoma research into effective treatments

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25 Jun

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Website launched to raise public awareness of rare parasitic eye infection

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24 Jun

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A statistical snapshot of the global eye care workforce

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22 Jun

Matt Campbell of the University of Sunderland with Chris Whitty Chief Medical Officer for England

Professor Chris Whitty highlights “ambitious research agenda” of planned ophthalmic research institute

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15 Jun

A teenager applies make up in front of a ring light and mobile phone

Cosmetic-related eye injuries among US teenagers increase post-pandemic

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12 Jun

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Survey seeks views on accessibility of NHS App

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11 Jun

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Cardiff University to host British Congress of Optometry and Vision Science

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11 Jun

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NHS data provides snapshot of prescribing volumes and costs in England

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09 Jun

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Hoya releases clinical trial data for Miyosmart iQ

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An optometrist saved my life

“We will always be grateful that Charlotte recognised the signs when she did”

Patients

26 Jun 5 min read 1

A female optometrist performs a sight test with a slit lamp for a male patient

OFNC advises profession against committing to “unfunded” ERS until negotiations complete

Government and regulation

24 Jun 1

A man tries on glasses in an optometry practice

GOC launches consultation on updated sight testing statement

Government and regulation

16 Jul 1

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06 Jul

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Exploring the connection between gum disease and eye health

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11 May

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New study examines best approach to stopping atropine treatment

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A man tries on glasses in an optometry practice

GOC launches consultation on updated sight testing statement

Government and regulation

16 Jul 1

A patient sits in a consultation room as an eye scan is explained to her by a clinician

In the spotlight: ophthalmic laser procedures performed by optometrists

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15 Jul 5 min read 4

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AOP student reps for 2026–2027 named

AOP

16 Jul 5 min read

A student practices a cover test on another patient in a clinical-styled environment. Above the patient is the letter chart

Cardiff University and Newmedica partner for training development

Hospital optometry

13 Jul

David Hewlett (on left) and Professor Sir Nishan Canagarajah

University of Leicester officially launches optometry degree

Students and pre-regs

23 Jul 1