Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 25 September 2026
25 September 2026
Upcoming CPD Opportunity: The Biology of Breathing
Hampshire LOC is pleased to share an upcoming online CPD event exploring the fascinating relationship between breathing and health.
The Biology of Breathing will provide insights into the science of breathing and its wider impact on wellbeing and clinical practice.
Online via Microsoft Teams – 29th September 2026
Register here: Join the event
We encourage Hampshire performers and contractors to take advantage of this educational opportunity.
CPD Event: How AI is Transforming Digital Eye Care – and What Comes Next
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing healthcare, and eye care is no exception. Join this engaging online CPD session to explore how AI and digital technologies are shaping the future of ophthalmology and optometry.
- Tuesday 20 October
- 6.30pm – 8.00pm
- Online via Microsoft Team
- 2 CPD Points
The session will include:
- Automated image interpretation
- Clinical decision support systems
- Teleophthalmology
- Virtual clinics
- Home monitoring technologies
- The opportunities and challenges of incorporating AI into patient care
The event will be led by Professor Konstantinos Balaskas, Consultant Ophthalmologist and Medical Director at Practice Plus Group, and Professor of Ophthalmology and Medical Artificial Intelligence at UCL. Professor Balaskas is internationally recognised for his work in medical AI and digital health, particularly in the prevention of vision loss from retinal disease.
Register here: How AI is Transforming Digital Eye Care – and What Comes Next
This promises to be an informative session for optometrists and optical professionals interested in understanding how emerging technologies may influence future clinical practice and patient pathways.
SpaMedica Southampton CPD Evening – Anatomy of Complication – Peer Review
Join colleagues for an evening of CPD with SpaMedica Southampton.
SpaMedica is hosting a face-to-face CPD event focused on the topic”SpaMedica Files: Anatomy of a Complication – Peer Review”, presented by Janan Sundaralingam. The session is designed for optometrists and offers 3 CPD points, with SpaMedica registered as a GOC CPD provider.
The event will take place at Stoneham Place, Southampton, and includes light refreshments on arrival. Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your clinical knowledge, reflect on real-world complications through peer review, and network with fellow practitioners in the region.
Date: Wednesday, 7 October 2026
Time: 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Venue: Stoneham Place, Stoneham Lane, Southampton, SO50 9NW
Book your place:
Register via Eventbrite
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Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 13 November 2026
CAS Alert: Tropicamide 1% Eye Drops Recall Important Medicines Alert for Practices Primary Eyecare Services has highlighted a recent Central Alerting System (CAS) notification concerning Aspire Pharma Tropicamide 1% Eye Drops. Following a review, the alert is being shared widely with optometry practices and practitioners due to an issue affecting specific batches of the product. …
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13 November 2026
Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 06 November 2026
Information from the Local Pharmacy Committee: NHS Hypertension Case Finding Service Dear Colleagues, We wanted to raise awareness of the NHS Hypertension Case-Finding Service (HCFS), which is available through many community pharmacies across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The service supports the early detection of high blood pressure by offering in-pharmacy blood pressure checks …
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6 November 2026
Latest News From Hampshire LOC – 23 October 2026
Patient Complaints Template Available Following CUES Decommissioning Supporting Patients Who Wish to Raise Concerns The Hampshire LOC and LOCSU have developed a template letter for practices to provide to patients who previously accessed CUES and wish to express dissatisfaction regarding recent service changes. The letter encourages patients to direct their concerns and feedback appropriately to …
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23 October 2026
Hampshire LOC Newsletter – 16 October 2026
Low Vision and Stable Glaucoma Services to Continue in 2026/27 Service Continuity Confirmed The ICB has confirmed that both the Low Vision Service and Stable Glaucoma Service will continue throughout the 2026/27 financial year under existing service arrangements. Practices are asked to continue seeing and supporting patients as usual while discussions regarding future contract renewals …
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16 October 2026
Hampshire LOC Email Errors Now Resolved- 09 October 2026
Hampshire LOC Email Service Restored We are pleased to confirm that the Hampshire LOC email system is now fully operational following recent domain-related issues. If you previously attempted to contact us and did not receive a response, we kindly ask that you resend your email. We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your patience …
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9 October 2026
Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 09 October 2026
REMINDER: Hampshire LOC Strategy Planning Day – We Need Your Feedback! Hampshire LOC Committee will be holding a dedicated Strategy Planning Day on 12 October 2026, bringing together the whole committee to review our progress and set our priorities and objectives for the year ahead. To help ensure our plans reflect the needs of the profession, …
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9 October 2026
Hampshire LOC Email Errors – 08 October 2026
Server Errors Hampshire LOC are experiencing technical issues receiving emails from outside our organisation. Please bear with us while we work on the solution. You can still contact us using our social media pages Facebook and LinkedIn Many thanks, Hampshire LOC
8 October 2026
Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 02 October 2026
Hampshire LOC Strategy Planning Day – We Need Your Feedback! Hampshire LOC Committee will be holding a dedicated Strategy Planning Day on 12 October 2026, bringing together the whole committee to review our progress and set our priorities and objectives for the year ahead. To help ensure our plans reflect the needs of the profession, we …
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Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 18 September 2026
REMINDER: Hampshire CUES Decommissioning Update Webinar & Q&A Join Hampshire LOC, Primary Eyecare Services (PES) and LOCSU for a virtual meeting on 23 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, to hear the latest update on the decommissioning of the Community Urgent Eyecare Service (CUES) in Hampshire. The session will provide an opportunity for contractors and performers to …
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18 September 2026
Latest News from Hampshire LOC – 11 September 2026
REMINDER: Hampshire CUES Decommissioning Update Webinar & Q&A Join Hampshire LOC, Primary Eyecare Services (PES) and LOCSU for a virtual meeting on 23 September, 7.00pm to 8.00pm, to hear the latest update on the decommissioning of the Community Urgent Eyecare Service (CUES) in Hampshire. The session will provide an opportunity for contractors and performers to understand …
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11 September 2026