Children's eye health

Latest campaign

New research shows that only 30% of kids always wear sunglasses on sunny days and more than a third of parents believe a hat or cap offers the same protection as sunglasses.

Latest from Acuity

Chris Steele FCOptom, new Clinical Editor of Acuity, on change as a positive factor

Latest clinical files

Clinical files: Is a 6-year-old child too young for contact lenses?

Position statements

The College's position on the use of Chloramphenicol POM in paediatric populations.

More on examining children

This online peer review session is open to College members and will cover your GOC peer review requirement.

An online dedicated therapeutics peer review session for College members who are qualified independent prescribers.

This online peer review session is open to College members and will cover your GOC peer review requirement.

This online peer review session is open to College members and will cover your GOC peer review requirement.

The College of Optometrists was invited to provide evidence at the parliamentary hearing on The Safer Phones Bill, a private member’s bill aimed at protecting children’s rights and well-being in the digital age.

Jane Veys MCOptom on acronym ambivalence

Eye health issues that are making the news.

Optometric management of pregnant women requires a careful balance between effective treatment and ensuring the safety of both the mother and baby, writes Becky McCall.

Optometrists need to know what to do if they suspect a patient is being mistreated, says Kellie Smith.

Taking place on Thursday 10 October, this year's World Sight Day campaign focuses on children's eye health.

Podcast: The College Clinical Advisers discuss ways to highlight the importance of regular sight tests as part of National Eye Health Week.