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Where We Will Be Exhibiting 2023

2023 106th Oxford Ophthalmological Congress
New Theatre, Worcester College and Randolph Hotel
Stand 14
3rd, 4th and 5th July 2023

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MOS AGM Meeting
Austin Court, Cambridge Street, Birmingham

Friday 6th October 2023

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UKISCRS 47th Annual Meeting
Leonardo City Hotel, London Bridge

1st, 2nd and 3rd November 2023

 

BMEH Bicentennial Scientific Conference
ICC Birmingham

7th to 8th December 2023

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Sightcare Business Conference 2024
Telford International Centre

28th to 29th January 2024

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100% Optical
EXCEL, London

24th to 26th February 2024

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Blogs

 

Concerning Laser Eye Surgery Standards On The High Street

Concerning Laser Eye Surgery Standards On The High Street

Billed as the ultimate in vision restoration, with tumbling prices, and seemingly endless advancements in technology, laser eye surgery has come under the microscope during a Which? report into the practices of optical stores and clinics.
Implant To Measure Pressure And Help Treat Glaucoma

Implant To Measure Pressure And Help Treat Glaucoma

A joint research project from Californian and Israeli universities is currently investigating the possibility of an implant designed to help in the treatment of glaucoma.
Brake Calls For Better Driving Vision Testing

Brake Calls For Better Driving Vision Testing

A road safety charity known as Brake is calling on the government to introduce compulsory eyesight tests for drivers. A survey carried out with Specsavers and the RSA Insurance Group has show great support from the public.
International Glaucome Association - Sight Warnings

International Glaucoma Association - Sight Warnings

There are many risk groups within the optical world and one that has been highlighted recently is the International Glaucoma Association (IGA). During recent research, they have urged those that are in the risk group of glaucoma to seek regular eye tests.
Virtual Walking Stick Trialled As A Vision Aid

Virtual Walking Stick Trialled As A Vision Aid

A recent research project in the United States at the University of Cincinnati has been analysing the use of a 'virtual walking stick' amongst a small number of visually unimpaired people to see whether they could become used in the everyday lives of the visually impaired.
Magnifiers Added To Supermarkets To Aid People With Poor Vision

Magnifiers Added To Supermarkets To Aid People With Poor Vision

The Royal National Institute of Blind People has welcomed the new i-viewers which have been installed in Southern Cooperative supermarkets and stores across a number of UK branches which help shoppers read labels and prices which may be difficult for those with vision problems.
The Effect Of Smartphones and Tablets On Your Eyes

The Effect Of Smartphones and Tablets On Your Eyes

The idea of getting 'square eyes' is something most people have heard over the years from parents in regards to the amount of television they watch. Although commonly heard, does the thought process have any truth and does the constant viewing of devices actually harm our eyes.
John Lewis Opticians In Stratford and Cardiff

John Lewis Opticians In Stratford and Cardiff

Following the successful integration of catering arms to their business, and inline with the moves made by supermarket chains in recent years, the high street store John Lewis will begin expanding its services to included in house opticians during 2014.
Increases In Eye Conditions Blamed On 21st Century Lifestyle

Increases In Eye Conditions Blamed On 21st Century Lifestyle

The 20th and 21st centuries have seen some truly amazing changes in the way humans live their lives.
Vision Aid Overseas Suspends Work In Sierra Leone

Vision Aid Overseas Suspends Work In Sierra Leone

Following the outbreak of Ebola across western Africa, Vision Aid Overseas have halted and withdrawn its programme in Sierra Leone due to fears for its colleagues and eye care workers safety. A forthcoming operation scheduled for September has also been cancelled due to the health risks.
Optrafair Birmingham 2015 - Register Your Interest

Optrafair Birmingham 2015 - Register Your Interest

The 2015 Birmingham NEC Optrafair is taking shape, ready for next year, and for those interested in keeping abreast of the latest news regarding the massive optical show, can now register their interest online.
Topcon KR-800S Autorefractor Launched To Improve Eye Assessments

Topcon KR-800S Autorefractor Launched To Improve Eye Assessments

In an attempt to improve the way eye surgery patients are currently assessed, Topcon have launched the KR-800S, a 5-in-1 combined autorefractor with subjective refraction with added testing features.

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