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What does it take to turn an idea into an award-winning eyewear brand? In our latest Behind the brand feature, founder and dispensing optician Saira Patel shares the inspiration behind Monarkh Eyewear. Read the full interview here: ow.ly/vQxa50ZnszE

Cardiff University and Newmedica have announced a new partnership to provide enhanced training in secondary eye care roles. The collaboration aims to support professional development and help address workforce shortages in Wales. Read more here: ow.ly/sylh50ZnqkV

Exploring the effect of the US opioid epidemic on endogenous endophthalmitis cases. Researchers report that the number of drug use-associated endogenous endophthalmitis cases are on the rise. Read more here: ow.ly/l4TT50ZnmtK

The latest Euromonitor International 2027 Eyewear Edition report highlights the trends shaping the eyewear market. Natasha Cazin at Euromonitor International shares insight from the research and what the findings mean for UK optometry practices here: ow.ly/SQn550ZmUzJ

Across the UK, optometry practice owners are adapting to rising costs while striving to meet patients' needs. Garrey Haase and Mehul Patel explain the changes they've implemented to keep their practices sustainable. Read more → ow.ly/reYk50ZmUSv

Coral Eyewear presented frames from its latest licences with Umbro and Crayola @100Optical. Find out more and watch our interview here: ow.ly/XCFJ50ZmOTL

More than £91,000 has been raised as part of Moorfields Eye Charity’s 2026 Eye to Eye walk. Almost 600 participants took part in the walk, which started at the Richard Desmond Children’s Eye Centre, next to Moorfields Eye Hospital. Read more here: ow.ly/r9u650Zmuew

Our new episode of The OT Podcast is out now. In this episode, we spoke with ophthalmologist Louisa Wickham to discuss her career spanning clinical practice, research and national leadership. Listen to the full episode here: → ow.ly/n5uM50Zm7kH

Researchers apply AI to OCT scans and fundus photographs to learn more about systemic health. “Our findings show that the eye can reveal a remarkably broad picture of whole‑body health," says Dr Tom Julian @OfficialUoM and @MFTnhs. Read more here: ow.ly/gaOm50ZmtXy

Drawing on the story of King Cnut facing the tide, Adam Sampson, CEO @The_AOP, reflects on which changes the profession should embrace, shape or resist. Read his latest opinion piece on the challenges and opportunities facing optometry here ➡️ ow.ly/FUJ350ZmqQk

Our NEW Practice Team Training modules are now live. Looking to build confidence across your practice team? We've launched four new free training modules to help. To get started find out more here: ow.ly/1iPb50Zmsl1

The charity @glaucoma_uk has launched its largest ever survey of people affected by glaucoma, with the aim of capturing the experiences of 10,000 people. The charity encouraged optometrists to signpost eligible patients to the survey. Read → ow.ly/uHA350Zmu4x

How can you best manage frame choice expectations for patients with a high prescription? Expert dispensing optician, James Dawson, shares 5 practical tips to help guide conversations and achieve the best outcome for your patients. Read more ➡️ ow.ly/wfMt50ZmpHZ

As the NHS shifts more care into the community, what can optometry learn from pharmacy? From the early challenges of Pharmacy First to the importance of strong GP partnerships, discover four key lessons shared at #NHSConfedExpo. Read more here: ow.ly/C9OX50Zmpvw

"For complex, advanced or unusual presentations, referrals reach specialists who are actively redefining what is possible in ophthalmology" Moorfields Private talks about delivering excellence with optometry partners. Learn more here: ow.ly/kEt750Zl9q8

Want read the latest updates from the GOC's latest council meeting? Here we present 5 key insights from the meeting of the optical regulator. From the influence of AI tech on consumer complaints and analysis of ftp outcomes. Read ➡️ ow.ly/SYow50Zm8k7

Take a look behind the scenes of our Practice resilience edition. For our front cover story we captured practice owners Irinder Khakha and Davina Dosanjh in the communities they provide eye care for. Read more here: ow.ly/cjHy50Zm0yS

Are you an employer? Employment law changes place greater responsibility on employers to protect employees from harassment. John Tanner, employment solicitor @The_AOP, explains what you need to know. Learn more → ow.ly/pHMo50ZlZH0

To mark Glaucoma Awareness Week we talked to practitioners about opportunities and challenges in glaucoma care. From emerging treatments, to the valuable role optometrists can play in glaucoma care. Learn more here: ow.ly/Q1CO50ZlCGt @Glaucoma_UK

Great to see staff @ESopticians take on the Twilight Walk in aid of @LOROSHospice. Linda, Carol, Natasha, Emily, and Amy raised more than £1000 for the hospice. Read more here: ow.ly/NXxk50Zlsw1