It’s great to have a close working relationship, but this married pair of pre-reg who embarked on the dispensing optician to optometry conversion course have a closer relationship than most | more
For the 2018 Diabetes Week, (from 11 June) legendary Olympic rower Sir Steve Redgrave CBE is joining forces with Specsavers and RNIB to warn of the risks of blindness linked to diabetic retinopathy. The campaign | more
This Diabetes Week (11 June – 17 June), research has revealed that of the estimated 3.6 million people in the UK who are affected by diabetes, 40% are unaware that blindness is one of diabetes’ biggest complications. The data also shows that London, Manchester and Liverpool are among the top UK cities at greatest risk of blindness due to diabetic retinopathy. | more
An optician from Forfar has returned from a trip to Ghana with charity Vision Aid Overseas (VAO), made possible by a local fundraising drive. | more
Another record-breaking year for Specsavers across all markets is confirmed in its annual review for 2017/18 | more
A new report from a group of MPs has called for urgent action on eye health in England. | more
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Patients with colour vision deficiencies will expect their eye care practitioners to be able to provide advice on both the cause and impact of their conditions. This article explains the physical and physiological basis of normal colour vision as well the congenital and acquired colour vision deficiencies which can occur. | more
With most patients experiencing a posterior vitreous detachment (PVD) over the course of their life, it is something all optometrists are familiar with. Whilst the majority of PVDs are uncomplicated, some can result in secondary complications that can have a serious impact on vision. This article reviews the process of PVD, along with the associated secondary complications that can occur. | more
23-year-old female presented with an urgent referral from GP to assess her 2-day sudden onset vision loss. Patient was 35 weeks pregnant with her first child, and had no prior complications in the pregnancy. | more
Domiciliary optometrist Dawn Roberts has had been visiting patients in their own homes for over 20 years. Here she discusses the rights that relatives and carers may or may not have to influence a patient’s case. | more
What is it like to work in Warwick? Warwick and Leamington Spa are small towns which are known for their history and architecture. From the medieval Warwick Castle and 19th century bathhouse to the beautiful | more
Before during and after your pre-reg year, the Specsavers Early Careers team will help prepare you to be an excellent optometrist, not just to pass a degree. The undergrad programme focuses on personal growth, with workshops to help you in your journey. | read more
