Our clinical advisers explore the College’s updated clinical governance guidance and its four critical domains: Safety culture; insight; involvement; and improvement.

By Professor Irene Ctori FCOptom, Vice-President of The College of Optometrists

The College of Optometrists welcomes Healthwatch England’s recommendations to commission more optometry services within primary care to reduce hospital waiting times and improve patient outcomes.

We all have the opportunity to ensure the 10 Year Health Plan for the NHS recognises the central role optometrists play in leading and delivering new models of care to improve patient outcomes.

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.

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