Public health

With retail crime on the increase, Kellie Smith looks at how optometry practices can prevent and respond to thefts while staying safe.

In each issue, Acuity poses a topical question to a panel of members.

Make your eye health a priority in 2026 – top tips for good eye health.

Podcast: College Clinical Advisers Dr Paramdeep Bilkhu MCOptom and Daniel Hardiman-McCartney FCOptom MBE discuss the highlights of 2025 and what to expect in 2026.

The College of Optometrists and the Association of Optometrists say new research shows “current vision checks aren’t keeping pace with what’s needed to keep everyone safe on the road”

Find out what the College has been doing to influence government eye care policy across the UK.

From national policy influence, historic celebrations and new beginnings, July to September delivered impactful milestones shaping the future of eye care.

This Road Safety Week, The College of Optometrists and Association of Optometrists are urging all drivers to ensure they have regular eye tests to check their vision still meets UK driving standards.

As we leave summer behind and head towards winter, growing demands on the NHS will no doubt fill news headlines.

A glance at what’s happening in the world of technology.

We speak to Dharmesh Patel MCOptom, CEO of Primary Eyecare Services, about how focusing beyond clinical work has fostered a fascinating career.