Free minor eye treatment on the NHS based in opticians in Ely and Newmarket
Eye clincis are offering minor treatment on the NHS - Credit: Archant
People suffering eye problems like visual disturbance or sore eyes can be assessed and treated at new free eye clinics based within optician outlets in the county.
Spectacular Opticians in Ely and Specsavers in Newmarket are among the venues that can treat minor problems on the NHS.
Alison Lask an optometrist at A and I Lask in Cambridge said: “If you have a minor eye condition then you can take advantage of this new and free service.
“Local optometrists have been trained and accredited to treat patients in a number of community based settings which means you can be seen closer to home and avoid a trip to hospital.
“You should be aware that if you have a major eye condition that is being regularly monitored by your optometrist or hospital eye service, for example cataract or glaucoma, that this will not be covered by this service.”
This free NHS service is available to patients over the age of 16 and is accessed from a number of opticians (optometry practices), she said.
Some of the eye conditions the service can safely assess and treat in the community include some types of red eyes or eye lids, dry eyes, sticky discharge, watery eyes and ingrown eyelashes,
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Patients will be asked some questions about their symptoms in order to assess how quickly they need seeing by the service.
Patients have to be registered with a GP practice in Ely, Wisbech, Royston, Cambridge, Huntingdon, St Ives or St Neots.