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15 July 2021
GOC approves changes to patient encounter requirements
14 July 2021
GOC consultation on independent prescribing education and training
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Independent prescribing
14 July 2021
Healthcare organisations call for mandatory facemasks
Infectious diseases
14 July 2021
New accreditation of Professional Certificate in Glaucoma at University of Hertfordshire
Glaucoma
13 July 2021
COVID-19 guidance for primary eye care services in England 13th July 2021
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England
13 July 2021
Behind the headlines: Bradley Walsh's struggle with blepharitis
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13 July 2021
CCEHC survey highlights need for low vision services review
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9 July 2021
MHRA releases review findings into use of chloramphenicol
Children
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28 June 2021
Joint statement on post-operative cataract care
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22 June 2021
Department of Health and Social Care’s consultation on Regulating healthcare professionals
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21 June 2021
Summer eye health tips
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10 June 2021
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3 June 2021
GOC approves extension of temporary changes to handbook
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24 May 2021
College releases position statement on the use of chloramphenicol in paediatric populations
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