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Cataract surgery not linked to AMD progression, study claims
19 November 2009
Contrary to previous findings, a new study has claimed that age-related macular degeneration (AMD) does not progress faster among patients who have cataract surgery...
National Eye Week: 9 - 15 November
13 November 2009
This week is National Eye Week. It is organised by the Eyecare Trust, a registered charity that exists to promote awareness of ocular health and the importance of good eye care...
Online guide to General Ophthalmic Services
13 November 2009
This online document encompasses links to a wide range of useful resources for managing the GOS. These include the three existing guidance modules which were produced to complement the 2008 GOS contract changes, all relevant regulations in...
AOP stands firm on glaucoma guidelines
4 November 2009
The Association of Optometrists (AOP) has reiterated its advice on the NICE glaucoma guidelines as a result of rumours that it would change the advice in November and referral rates would return to pre-NICE levels...
Optometric Advisers' Group meeting
29 October 2009
The Optometric Advisers' Group (OAG) is to hold the second of its two annual meetings on 12 November in Birmingham. The event is only open to organisations which are members of the OAG and should appeal to PCT optometric advisors and PCT man...

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