Industry News
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College of Optometrists to conduct research into public health data
7 May 2013
We are funding a major new project which will investigate the wider issues concerning public health and optometry, and how to make better use of data.
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College accredits new nationally recognised higher courses in Low Vision and Glaucoma
7 May 2013
We have accredited two new courses in Low Vision and Glaucoma, including the first Professional Higher Certificate course, as part of the continued expansion of our nationally recognised higher qualifications framework.
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Medical device alert
19 April 2013
The MHRA has issued a medical device alert on detergent and disinfectant wipes used on reusable medical devices with plastic surfaces.
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Bausch + Lomb cease production of Fluorets
26 March 2013
The College of Optometrists has released a joint statement with the Optical Confederation and the British Contact Lens Association regarding the announcement that Bausch + Lomb has ceased production of its Fluorets product worldwide.
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College conference promises more opportunities for interactive learning
23 January 2013
Optometrists can earn between 10 and 15 interactive CET points over just two days at College conference.
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Commissioners across England rationing cataract surgery inappropriately, admits NHS Medical Director
21 January 2013
Half the PCTs in England are going against clinical evidence to ration patients' access to cataract surgery, according to NHS Medical Director Sir Bruce Keogh.
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Bookings open for Vision UK 2013 conference
20 January 2013
Bookings for this year's Vision UK 2013 conference, which takes place on Tuesday 11 June in London, are now open.This year's theme is 'Progress through partnership'.
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Fresh Eyes - College and AOP announce exciting programme
8 January 2013
The AOP and the College have announced an exciting and comprehensive programme for Fresh Eyes, an event designed to support newly-qualified optometrists.
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