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Twitter account for Wirral Local Optical Committee

Joined March 2020
#GlaucomaAwarenessWeek is a great chance to raise awareness about the condition which affects so many lives. Patients can explore our site, Look After Your Eyes, to learn more about #glaucoma, including risk factors, treatment options & view helpful videos coptom.uk/4calKSX
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We'd like to give a warm welcome to our new President, Dr Gillian Rudduck MCOptom following our AGM. We also welcome our new Council members and College Officers who we are delighted to work with, to promote and support the ongoing success of optometry ➡️ coptom.uk/4a33VTI
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👋 Welcome to day 1 of #OptometryTomorrow 2024 incorporating #BCLAFocus! Our 2-day conference is the best place to get live clinical experience, learn about the latest innovations, techniques and earn CPD. Join in the conversation online using #OptometryTomorrow & #BCLAFocus
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Manage Your Health with Ease. Access your health records and appointments seamlessly through the our Patient Portal. #YourHealthInYourHands More info: wuth.nhs.uk/your-health/pati…
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Feeling stressed sometimes is normal, but it's essential to know when it's becoming a problem. Too much stress can affect your mind and body. April is #StressAwarenessMonth and the @mentalhealth foundation has some advice ➡️ buff.ly/3UpWtv3 #optometry #opticians
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As LOCs around the country prepare to hold their AGMs, there has never been a better time to learn more about the great work they do. Get in touch with your LOC and pop along, you will receive a warm welcome. Details ➡️ buff.ly/3PsrwG7 #optometry #opticians #YourLOC
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Optometrists and dispensing opticians are now eligible for the Blue Light Card discount scheme, which offers exclusive retail savings to NHS workers, emergency services and the armed forces. Learn more: ow.ly/gSHT50Qu3YX
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College research shows that the cost of living crisis is having a negative impact on the nation’s eye health. We’re raising awareness of the importance of prioritising eye health and affordable eye care. Find out how you can support our campaign here ➡️ bit.ly/3Jec7G3
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We are aware of the ongoing PCSE service interruptions and have raised these issues with PCSE, who have now given us an update on the current service ow.ly/97qJ50OvzS2
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National Eye Health Week (NEHW) takes place 18-24 September 2023. NEHW shares important eye care advice with tens of millions of people every year.
Save the Date! This year’s National Eye Health Week takes place 18–24 September. Check out the blog below for more on how to get involved. ➡️ buff.ly/3le5Gtq #visionmatters #eyeweek #optometry #dispensingopticians #opticians
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Brilliant AGM at @LocWirral last night. Really well attended with an excellent presentation from a local Ophthalmologist! #optocoans #dispensing #locsu #EyeCare
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We want to remind you that the 2021 CET claims window will close at midnight on 31 October. If you haven't already submitted your CET claim, please make sure you do so before the end of this month. #optometry #dispensingopticians #opticians #CET
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URGENT: The signature easement has been extended for a further 2 months. Details here: bit.ly/3drHTQg #optometry #dispensingopticians #opticians
We need a few more delegates from the north west! Please have a look ASAP!
#NHSE wants to hear the authentic voice of #optometrists at a virtual focus group on Thurs, 1 July 7pm. They’re hoping to gain insight on how they can use primary care. To register your interest complete this form by The end of today: forms.office.com/r/SbafWrM8W… #recoveryandreform
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We worked with the @RNIB to produce the ‘Understanding Eye conditions related to diabetes’ booklet. Share this booklet with your patients: rcophth.ac.uk/wp-content/upl… #DiabetesWeek2021 #RCOphth #Ophthalmology
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❗️Eyecare Planning & Implementation guidance for the new financial year has been published. ❗️It says that all systems should commission services from primary care. ❗️LOCs can use this in discussions with commissioners. Read here: bit.ly/3sUEiik #primaryeyecare
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Following discussion with LOCSU and sector bodies, NHS England & PCSE have reached an agreement to make upfront payments to those who have experienced significant numbers of rejections of the new paper GOS forms. bit.ly/3eMj5Co #optometry #dispensingopticians #nhsengland
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We’re passing on some information on behalf of #NHSEngland about lateral flow testing for NHS contractors: bit.ly/3ez6XG9 #dispensingopticians #opticians #optometry
Join us tomorrow alongside ABDO, AOP, FODO & the GOC for a live Q&A on delivering eye care during lockdown. We’ll discuss the amber phase guidance, raising concerns, providing care that is in your patients’ best interest, & more. 🗓️ 7pm, 14 Jan ➡️ bit.ly/38GQhJH
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The #OFNC has issued a statement this afternoon - read here: bit.ly/3myQWQZ #dispensingopticians #optometrists
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