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A study in @BMJ_Ophth compared the risk of ischemic optic neuropathy among people who take semaglutide medication. Researchers found that taking Wegovy was associated with a 4.74 higher risk of ION when compared to those taking Ozempic. Learn more → ow.ly/8SK650YwybH

The AOP's HOC is calling for new applications to join the committee. Applications are now open and close on 3 April. We spoke to hospital optometrist and committee member, Thomas Hamper, to find out more about the the opportunity. Watch ➡️ ow.ly/wC2y50Ywteq @The_AOP

Do you have views you want to share on the GOC's proposed reforms to the CPD scheme? @The_AOP is calling on its members and the wider optometry profession to share their views and take part in their latest survey. Find out more 👉 ow.ly/xnkz50YwlG7

Curious to learn more about CLiP? We caught up with @The_AOP Councillor and pre-registration optometrist at Specsavers Westway Cross, Deepali Poojara, to hear from her about three things she wish she knew before she started. Here's what she shared 👇 #Optometry #Students

"We must be seen as the GPs of the eyes,” said optometrist and head of CPD at Specsavers, Bhavik Parmar. Bhavik discussed the process of obtaining higher qualifications in glaucoma during his session @100Optical. Read our news story to learn more → ow.ly/Wo6750YvRV3

What’s the average annual salary for dispensing opticians and contact lens opticians? Following a survey of 1,403 @ABDOMembership members, new data reveals the average pay for DOs and CLOs. Find out more here: ow.ly/EcZE50YvHR3

We spoke to two optometrists and Alistair Duff and Anthony Josephson about the technologies they have embedded, the learning curves involved, and the patient and business benefits that they have found. Read more here: ow.ly/SWec50YqH3H @TheHakimGroup

"The GOC knows that people make mistakes, and that they are human," said Professor Bruce Evans during his presentation about how to deal with the stages of a fitness to practise process. Want to find out more about what he discussed @100Optical? Read 👉 ow.ly/RKeT50YvqNa

In 2025 chairman and optometrist, Nick Rumney, officially retired from BBR Optometry. We heard from Nick Rumney, BBR Optometry’s CEO Nick Black, and director Suzanne Wadsworth about the ways the practice has evolved and the changes ahead. Read → ow.ly/r4wk50Yvg0O

Here's three things we learned from Prue Leith during her Modstyle launch @100Optical. 1️⃣ The majority of her glasses have plano lenses 2️⃣ She is team glasses v handbags, every time 3️⃣ Colour puts a spring in her step Read more insights here: ow.ly/k8cr50YuVGR

Sight loss charity Vista is at risk of closure. The charity has serviced the blind and partially sighted community and those with dual sensory loss in Leicestershire and Rutland for more than 160 years. Read more here: ow.ly/akcf50YuTg1

Dr Sayantan Biswas @AstonUniversity provided a deep dive on glaucoma identification and management during @100Optical. He highlighted that glaucoma remains a leading cause of irreversible blindness and can be challenging to diagnose. Learn more here: ow.ly/hZMl50YuFM7

Meg Lazenby, wear's many hats in her role as optical assistant and media and marketing manager at Yorkshire Eyewear. Talking to us about her role Meg told us her role is all about that "initial connection with the patient." Read our interview with Meg ➡️ ow.ly/PjGj50Yu1aL

Would you like to learn more about public and employers’ liability insurance? We caught up with Emily Tyler, commercial business development manager at Lloyd and Whyte, to find out more about the key things you need to know. Read more here: ow.ly/YKyW50Yu1iI

Dipti Mistry, resident optometrist @Davisopticians, shares why she could not live without a treatment that has the potential to stabilise vision for dry AMD patients. Read more here: ow.ly/GskS50Yu0q7

Professor Nicola Logan @AstonUniversity explored the use of atropine for myopia control during her @100Optical presentation. Want to learn more? Read here: ow.ly/H7Xr50Yu0e1

Could AI help clinicians to differentiate neurodegenerative disease from retinal scans? Researchers have suggested that applying machine learning to retinal scans could help to differentiate between different forms of brain disease. Read more here: ow.ly/ALIH50Ytzc9

The charity @glaucoma_uk has unveiled glaucoma simulation images for World Glaucoma Week 2026 to help people better understand how the condition may be experienced. Learn more here: ow.ly/J7JE50Ytz4L

Our AI and Technology resource hub supports optometrists in understanding what to consider when using AI tools in practice. It outlines the essential questions to ask before adopting any AI system. Explore the resources: ow.ly/U09y50YrL8F

In the new episode of The OT Podcast 🎙️ we speak with optometrist turned ophthalmologist, Richard Stead, about his thoughts on the NHS 10-Year Health Plan. Want to hear more? Listen to the full episode here: ow.ly/b9Ar50YtoF1