New study uncovers key mechanism behind a common genetic cause of age-related visual loss
19 September 2024
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endothelial cells, age, vision loss, research, academic, new, genetics, genome, Fuchs Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy, FECD
A groundbreaking study has revealed important insights into the mechanisms behind Fuchs Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy (FECD), a common cause of age-related visual loss, providing hope for future therapeutic developments, and finding implications for other neurological diseases. FECD is a common,...
£1 million gift from patient-focused charity for new centre for advancing eye health
17 July 2024
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charity, Friends of Moorfields, handholding, infrastructure, industry, new hospitals, patient experience
Friends of Moorfields Eye Hospital, the charity providing volunteer support and patient experience services at Moorfields Eye Hospital, has pledged £1 million to Moorfields Eye Charity towards a new centre for advancing eye health, opening in 2027.
Help provide a free eyecare service in Edinburgh to those affected by homelessness
We're thrilled to share that this summer marks a milestone for VCHP as we prepare to open our 10th clinic, a momentous occasion heralded by our inaugural venture into Scotland.
Ophthalmology Sub-speciality Fellowships
17 May 2024
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new zealand, opportunities, education, fellowship, applications, vacancies, ophthalmology, oculoplastics
The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Auckland and Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand have openings for the following Senior Clinical Research Fellowships: (1.0 FTE / 40 hours per week).
MP Andy Carter officially opens community healthcare clinic in Warrington
Andy Carter, MP for Warrington South, has officially opened a brand new community ophthalmology hospital which promises to improve patient choice in the area.
Presbyopia edition of BCLA research project due to be published
A “pioneering” BCLA global consensus report will deliver evidence-based guidance to eyecare professionals on all aspects of presbyopia and its management – shaping the future of patient care for years to come.
Ilford ophthalmology hospital opens doors
CHEC’s new site set to reduce NHS waiting times and increase patient choice.
New funding will support development of wearable diagnostics for neuromuscular diseases
A researcher from the University of Glasgow has received an EPSRC Open Fellowship to develop new wearable technology capable of measuring the progress of neuromuscular diseases.
CHEC treats first surgical eye patients at Sheffield hospital
Community healthcare provider restores sight for local residents in partnership with the NHS.
New eye hospital in North Tyneside marks major milestone for UK’s largest provider of NHS cataract surgery
NHS cataract surgery patients will benefit from high-quality care and significantly reduced waiting times at SpaMedica’s 50th hospital.
CHEC announces launch of two new treatment centres (1)
New sites in Ilford and Milton Keynes will further extend CHEC’s community-focused endoscopy and ophthalmology services across England.
