8 h. ago You could soon bypass GP to get treated for eye conditions like conjunctivitis

High Street optometrists and opticians to take responsibility for a host of eye conditions so you don’t have to wait for a GP appointment under Government plan

Politics

8 d. ago Pensioners with poor eyesight could be due up to £441 extra every month

Attendance Allowance or Pension Age Disability Payment can provide financial support for people who are severely short-sighted or have eye conditions.

Economics

8 d. ago Botswana’s president declares health emergency over supply shortages

Duma Boko announces urgent funding package for medicines to be distributed with military oversightBotswana’s president has declared a public health emergency due to shortages of essential medicines and equipment, as a downturn in the global diamond market and US aid cuts take a toll on the country’s finances.The announcement came after the Ministry of Health suspended non-urgent surgeries on 4 August, stating that the country was short of medicines to treat hypertension, diabetes, cancer, asthma and eye conditions, as well as supplies including bandages and sutures and those for sexual and reproductive health. Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago 'I went for a routine eye test and was sent for immediate surgery'

Eye conditions can develop at any age, but for Rachel Parkinson, a routine eye exam turned into something far more sinister and fast, resulting in surgery she calls 'terrifying'

Politics

2 w. ago Hurricane Erin pounds US east coast as residents brace for ‘life

North Carolina anticipates the most brutal surf conditions after storm reportedly rebuilds inner eye wallHurricane Erin’s arrival is being felt all along the east coast, where higher tides and powerful surf have triggered expanded warnings for flooding and tropical storm conditions.Coastal residents are bracing for the possibility of a dangerous storm surge reaching up to 4ft (1.2 metres), along with severe beach erosion. The hurricane is expected to generate “life-threatening” waves ranging from 15-20ft, with North Carolina beaches anticipating the most brutal waves. Continue reading...

Politics

3 w. ago 'Silent killer' condition symptoms could be spotted with warning sign in eye

In some cases it can trigger a "painless" symptom in one eye - here's what you need to know

Events

3 w. ago DVLA eye condition warning as it says 'you can be fined up to £1,000'

Drivers have been told to stop and check the latest rules, as you may need to declare some information

Events