We’re very excited to be working with the Glaucoma Team Eye Clinic CHFT on the UK MPTLT study, which aims to assess the efficacy of MicroPulse Transscleral Laser Therapy in the UK. 📸 This is Zuleikha Mulla, Nada, Elaina Corton, and Francesco’s first study working together! Go team! 👏🏽

First time visiting Eye Clinic, Huddersfield? We're not in the main HRI building, we're opposite in the Acre Mill Outpatient building. You'll find Eye Clinic on Level 1 Our Macula Clinics are on Level 2 If you're not sure, ask our friendly reception team! Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

First time visiting Eye Clinic, Halifax? You can find us on the ground floor Follow the yellow signs past the retail shop. Parking is currently within Womens & Childrens off Godfrey Road Ask one of our friendly reception team or volunteers if you're stuck Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Exciting news! ✨ We are looking for a passionate and motivated nurse with an interest in clinical research to join our team on a 7-month secondment. The role is open for internal applicants only. Click here to apply: cht.nhs.uk/working-for-us…

Did you know glaucoma can run in families? If a close relative has it, your risk goes up. Share your diagnosis and get regular eye tests to protect your sight. Got a question? Call our helpline on 01233 648 170 or email [email protected]. #Glaucoma #GlaucomaAwareness

(1/2) Are your contact details up to date? ℹ️ Around 72% of our patients access their letters from us digitally. Make sure your contact details in the NHS App are updated so you don't miss important information from us or or other health providers like your GP.

Tips for supporting patients in hospital with Low Vision: - Small things like introducing yourself at each interaction can make a huge difference as some may not be able to recognise faces due to their eye condition

Supporting Visually Impaired Inpatients (cont:) Keep belongings and ward buzzers within reach, and let your patient know where their personal items are. Provide cutlery into their hands and put refreshments within reach and explain their locations before you leave

Supporting VI Inpatients (cont) Make sure to orientate patients with the layout of your area or department, so they know where to find the toilet or where to go for help. Support them in their first few journeys to and from bathrooms or nurses station while they learn the route

Supporting VI inpatients (cont) Each patient is unique, not everyone has the same level of visual impairment.  Get to know your patients type of visual impairment What they would like help with and what they are happy doing themselves?

Supporting VI Inpatients (Cont) Ensure ALL colleagues know patient is visually impaired and that this is communicated at handover​ or if moving wards Ensure visiting staff - Medics, AHPs, Domestics e.g. are also aware If the patient agrees, perhaps add a note to their bedspace

The Eye Clinic CHFT team have recruited our first participant into the UK MicroPulse Transscleral Laser Therapy study. 👁️ Julie was so excited to take part and to have been given the opportunity. Thank you for your important contribution to research, Julie! 👏🏽✨

We're getting ready for #EyeHealthWeek You can start by completing VisionMatters EYE HEALTH CALCULATOR 50% of sight loss is avoidable. Are you putting your eyes at risk? visionmatters.org.uk/looking-after-… #VisionMatters #EyeHealth #EyeHealthWeek

Are you eating to support your eyes? Our next few posts will be sharing guidance on how to protect your vision and reduce the risk of common conditions such as Macular Degeneration, Cataract & DryEye through changes to your diet #EyeHealthWeek #VisionMatters #Ophthalmology

Leafy Greens - Spinach & Kale These are rich in lutein and zeaxanthin and help act like 'nutritional sunglasses' for the retina They are also full of vitamin A (for night vision), C & E (antioxidants) and Nitrates (For circulation) #VisionMatters #EyeHealthWeek #Ophthalmology

FISH - Salmon, Mackeral, Tuna High level of Omega-3 fatty acids in oily fish can support the retina, reduce risk of dry eye and may slow progression of Macula Degeneration #VisionMatters #Ophthalmology #EyeHealthWeek

Nuts & Legumes Walnuts, Sunflower seeds, Lentils, Chickpeas - Rich in Vitamin E to protect eye tissue - Excellent source of fibre - Full of Zinc to prevent night blindness #VisionMatters #EyeHealthWeek

Eggs & Dairy - Milk, Yoghurt, Cheese High levels of Zinc to prevent night blindness Rich in Vitamin A Source of Ribo-flavin to protect against Cataracts #VisionMatters #EyeHealthWeek #Ophthalmology

Orange Veggies - Carrots, Pumpkin, Sweet Potatoes These are vital for Vitamin A & Night Vision It also supports healthy tear production, eye tissue and blood sugar control. #EyeHealthWeek #VisionMatters #Ophthalmology

Need some recipe inspiration? How about: 🥜 Kale & Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Walnuts 🎃 Creamy Pumpkin Soup 🐟 Sardine & Carrot Pate on Whole grain toast 🍵 Swap a daily brew for a healthy green tea #EyeHealth #VisionMatters #Ophthalmology