NHS data provides snapshot of prescribing volumes and costs in England

Published on June 9, 2026
The statistics show a drop in the number of prescriptions for eye medications over the past nine years, while the per unit cost has increased
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State board allows optometry graduates to practice without passing national exam

June 9, 2026
The state board that oversees Kentucky’s optometrists is standing by its decision to allow optometry graduates who haven’t passed all parts of a required national licensure exam to provide eye

Most RAM Cases Will Improve Spontaneously

June 10, 2026
Nearly one-third of eyes with RAM underwent treatment within two weeks of presentation, with the majority treated with anti-VEGF monotherapy or combination therapy. Photo: Angela Diamantakos, OD. Click image to enlarge. Although rare, retinal arterial macroaneurysms (RAMs) have severe clinical implications. They are unique in their ability to cause subretinal, intraret