Scottish Government enhances community eye care
By Liz Wells 25 September 2025
The Scottish Government has unveiled plans for a new community eye care service, with approved independent prescribing (IP) optometrists receiving funding to treat more conditions in the community.
High street opticians could use AI to help diagnose dementia with an eye scan
By Liz Wells 13 March 2025
Opticians could play a key role in identifying people at risk of dementia by spotting distinctive patterns in the back of the eye linked to early signs of the condition, new research reveals.
Boots Opticians launches eye-scan that can detect serious health conditions
By Liz Wells 23 January 2025
Boots Opticians has launched eye-scan technology that can detect serious health conditions, including diabetes and hypertension.
Investing in eye care services 'could bring £98m net benefits' for the NHS
By Liz Wells 04 December 2024
Investment directed into primary eye care has the potential to deliver £98m in net benefits for the NHS and help the government fulfil its objectives to reduce the waiting lists and move care close...
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