The College of Optometrists has responded to the Department of Health Northern Ireland consultation on improving access to Help with Health Costs for those receiving Universal Credit.

We explain the symptoms of hay fever and provide advice for managing symptoms for patients.

Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, today announced he is bringing the management of the NHS back into democratic control by abolishing NHS England.

We have issued a statement about the decision to end glaucoma and cataracts enhanced eye care services in Hampshire and Isle of Wight at the end of this month.

The updated guidance will support optometry professionals in maintaining and enhancing standards of patient care.

The College calls for funding for primary eye care services to be prioritised to address NHS ophthalmology backlog.

Jane Veys MCOptom on why planning is the cornerstone of success

The clinical figures that count.

Eye health issues that are making the news.

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

We speak to Alexandra Rooke, an optometrist whose career path has taken her into the world of medical science liaison.

Some tree and grass pollens emerge in February. Other allergens come all year round. Anna Scott asks what optometrists need to know to support allergy sufferers.