From 14 Septemeber 2024 all cataract referrlals are to be directed through the Health West Norfolk (HWN) hub using secure email to the HWN team on: nwicb.cataract@nhs.net Details of New Cataract Triage Service: The cataract triage service run by the South Norfolk Referral Management Service (RMS) will end on 30/9/2024. In order to …
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10 September 2024
The LOC is aware that a number of practices have been approached by patients taking chloroquine or hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) with a request from their consultant for a GOS eye examination to monitor any retinal changes. This type of examination does not fall within the scope of NHS GOS provision and as the letter states: ‘The …
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27 July 2024
NHS England has published new clinical priority codes for use by GOS contractors in England.
2 December 2024
New report reveals the untapped clinical and socio-economic impact of primary eye care.
29 November 2024
