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OT is a bi-monthly journal and website keeping optometry professionals and practice team members up to date on education, daily news and in-depth features optometry.co.uk London Joined June 2009

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13 hours ago

Asda Opticians’ first training programme for optometry graduates launched this week with its first cohort of pre-registration optometrists. Kristy Jackson, optical professional development manager at Asda Opticians, and pre-reg Ruhma Amin share more ➡️ ow.ly/Rlnl50WToVL

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15 hours ago

"The biggest lesson I have learned as a Peer Support Line volunteer is the importance of listening when somebody is silent," says Kiran. Kiran Sangha, optometrist and @The_AOP Peer Support Line volunteer, talks about what the role means to her. Read ➡️ ow.ly/PR8Y50WTkhQ

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19 hours ago

Professor @pearsekeane shares how he was “deeply honoured” to receive the Gabor Medal from the Royal Society. He received the award for his work using AI to identify ocular and systemic disease. Read more in our news story here: ow.ly/C7gR50WT37K @Moorfields @UCLeye #OT

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2 days ago

This month is ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth. To mark the month @ChectUK has launched a new fundraising challenge. The fundraiser sees participants walk, run, swim, or cycle the distance between the UK’s two retinoblastoma treatment centres. Read ➡️ ow.ly/Ysh150WSjjJ

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2 days ago

"Whatever the doubters say, change is possible," says @The_AOP’s chief executive, Adam Sampson. He reflects on recent positive policy announcements for optometrists and the public, and the role that the AOP has played in influencing change. Read more ➡️ ow.ly/npsQ50WSj5S

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3 days ago

Updated guidance from the NICE encourages people living with dementia to receive regular eye examinations. The guidance was updated in June 2025 to “help reduce risk of falls and improve quality of life” among those living with dementia. Read here: ow.ly/pn7050WSjnu

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3 days ago

We spoke to Professor James Wolffsohn @AstonUniversity about how the MyDryEye app can assist dry eye patients in recording and managing their symptoms. Watch and learn more here: ow.ly/841f50WSjyl

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3 days ago

The Department of Health and Social Care has launched a consultation into the extension of medicine responsibilities for optometrists and contact lens opticians. The consultation is now open and practitioners are encouraged to respond. Find out more ➡️ ow.ly/Oy7f50WSiAO

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3 days ago

GOC research outlines how bullying and discrimination affects optical professionals. Steve Brooker @GOC_UK said: “This powerful report reveals the devastating personal impacts of bullying, harassment, abuse and discrimination in the workplace." Read 👉 ow.ly/WgYr50WSipm

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4 days ago

Research led by @Moorfields and University College London Institute of Ophthalmology @UCLeye has developed an AI system for identifying early signs of eye damage in patients taking hydroxychloroquine. Learn more here: ow.ly/ye1j50WS7XN

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4 days ago

Diffusion Optics Technology™ (DOT™) spectacle lenses slow average myopia progression by up to 75%, compared to single vision lenses, after 12 months of wear by North American and Chinese children. Learn more here: ow.ly/I2CJ50WS44y #OT

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4 days ago

"The right pair of specs can make you feel amazing," says Kirsty. We spoke to Kirsty Litherland, optometrist and co-director at Holland Opticians, about her favourite eyewear and what her vision means to her. Read our interview 👉 ow.ly/9SJr50WRQpE @TheHakimGroup #OT

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5 days ago

🎉 It’s official – 100% Optical registration is LIVE! 🎉 Register for your FREE badge now and be the first to hear the latest news and updates for 2026: eu1.hubs.ly/H0mQ9nx0

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5 days ago

Haag-Streit Group has appointed Thomas Lenzen as its chief executive officer. Thomas said: “I look forward to building on the strength of the current portfolio and driving our strategy forward with energy, innovation, and passion.” Read more ➡️ ow.ly/YvHc50WRswT #OT

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5 days ago

Registration is live for @100Optical 2026 🙌. Thinking about attending? Register early to keep up-to-date with the latest from the show. Find out more about the 2026 show and how to register here: ow.ly/J3x550WR8PM

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5 days ago

Fitzsimons Opticians in Ballymena has recognised its 40th anniversary, with the founder returning to lead the celebrations. Founder Jim Fitzsimons said: "I’m from Ballymena, so I just loved seeing the patients. I’m proud of the practice." Read more 👉 ow.ly/a1QT50WR7XN

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6 days ago

Would you like to help shape the future of OT? Then we want to hear from you. Check your email inbox, take our survey and you could win a £250 Amazon voucher. This afternoon @The_AOP members and OT subscribers were sent a link via SurveyMonkey. Ts&Cs ➡️ ow.ly/fu6s50WErO7

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6 days ago

An elderly patient presents with visual hallucinations and normal intraocular pressure. We asked optometrists, Ceri, Kevin and Ankur, their potential diagnoses and how would they manage the patient. Read more about the clinical scenario and the advice ➡️ ow.ly/xKBK50WQhXu

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7 days ago

“Julian Davies Opticians has always been about more than eye care: it’s about people," says the group’s MD, Chris Tannorella. Julian Davies Opticians, part of @TheHakimGroup, hosted a sports day for staff and their families this month. Read more 👉 ow.ly/JAUJ50WPFTv

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7 days ago

We heard from suppliers on tools for measuring the success of a myopia management treatment, communicating this to patients, and the all-important compliance conversation. Learn more here: ow.ly/my1850WPG7B #OT