Government-imposed limitations on unvaccinated patients and staff in New South Wales optometry practices have been lifted, with operators no longer needing to check the vax status of visitors.
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Hopes experimental ocular melanoma drug will save Perth mother’s life
A West Australian mother-of-three who has already lost one eye to ocular melanoma has travelled to New South Wales to receive an experimental treatment that she hopes will save her from the rare form of cancer.
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COVID lockdowns: In-person routine eyecare off limits across swathes of Australia
Thousands of optometrists across four states and territories have had varying limits placed on their ability to practise as Australia fights COVID-19 outbreaks on numerous fronts.
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Vision Eye Institute opens new NSW clinic
The Vision Eye Institute (VEI) has opened a new clinic on the New South Wales Central Coast, taking its total network to 28 practices.
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At the service of independents and their communities
Whether it’s digital marketing, succession planning or practice acquisition, an increasing number of independents are turning to Eyecare Plus to ensure the viability of their business in an ever-changing optometric landscape.
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Specsavers announces plans for another four stores
After announcing five new practices last month, Specsavers has unveiled plans for an additional four locations across Australia.
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‘Flawed’ system leaves region with looming ophthalmology shortage
A regional New South Wales area that may have its ophthalmology services cut in half within months is blaming the shortage on what it describes as a flawed system controlling workforce distribution that “disadvantages” country communities.
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Low vision services and border restrictions
The logistical headaches associated with COVID-19 restrictions are most pronounced in border communities. Orthoptist MEAGAN ANDERSON discusses the impact it is having on low vision clients and clinicians.
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Expansion plans for Specsavers store network
Specsavers has announced it is ramping up its store opening program across all Australian states and territories, with five new locations expected to be the first of many over the coming months.
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Optometrist’s scheme continues to support devastated bushfire town
A Queensland optometry couple who initiated a scheme to adopt a bushfire-affected community say the cause is now supporting more than two dozen people, with many still living in tents and temporary accommodation eight months on.
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