Public health

Podcast: Dr Paramdeep Singh Bilkhu MCOptom talks about why allergic conjunctivitis is likely to be underdiagnosed; how to choose the best medication for your patients; and much more.

How much do we really know about the association between obesity and eye health? As obesity reaches pandemic levels, Kathy Oxtoby reviews the evidence.

Why do people access eye care in some areas of the country, and don’t in others? And what are the barriers to accessing optometric services? Erin Dean examines inequalities in eye health.

Ocular surface foreign bodies are a frequently encountered form of ocular trauma, and community practice has an important role to play in their removal, reports Steve Smethurst.

The clinical figures that count.

Read our comment on a recent story about Grimes' experimental surgery to eliminate blue light.

You may have read a recent article highlighting parents concern for their children’s eyesight at school.

Our Clinical Adviser comments on the recent news article in the Metro.

How should you market your business while avoiding outlandish claims and falling foul of the Advertising Standards Authority? Juliette Astrup reports.

We speak to Professor John Lawrenson FCOptom about his role authoring and reviewing the College’s Clinical Management Guidelines.

This businesswoman, teacher and examiner is an advocate for higher qualifications and embracing technological changes in optometry.

Supporting patients in using their eye drops safely and easily.