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Hydroxychloroquine (also known by the brand name Plaquenil) is a medication used to treat auto-immune conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and some inflammatory skin conditions. The medication has been licensed for use by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) because…
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, mum and daughter Lisa Moors and Hannah Young won’t have to wait until Sunday 27th March to spend time together – as the pair work side-by-side, caring for hundreds of cataract surgery patients each week in Staffordshire. Hospital manager Lisa began…
We know how important driving is to our patients. During a recent survey of over 1,200 patients who had cataract surgery at SpaMedica: 80% of patients had driven for over 40 years 96% said driving was important to their independence and quality of life 88% drive at least…
International Women’s Day strives for a gender equal world – one free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination, where difference is valued and celebrated. To mark the day, in this special interview we speak to Professor Christine Purslow, SpaMedica’s Director of Optometry. With 30 years’ experience in the eye…
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of sight impairment in the UK and yet early symptoms often go undetected. We’ve prepared this blog to answer some of the frequently asked questions (FAQs) surrounding the condition. What causes glaucoma? Glaucoma is usually triggered by a build-up of eye pressure….
Research carried out by the University of Washington recently revealed that people who choose to have cataract surgery are nearly 30% less likely to develop dementia than people who decide to leave their cataracts untreated: “Analysis showed that subjects who had cataract removal surgery in either eye were about…
We all know that exposure to the sun without adequate protection can cause irreparable damage to our skin, but not everyone realises that UV (ultraviolet) rays are harmful to their eyes, too. Most of us wear sunglasses during the summer to shield us from the glare of the…
Patients who attend SpaMedica in Wakefield for cataract treatment receive ‘outstanding’ care that helps them ‘lead more fulfilling lives’ afterwards – according to the latest inspection by industry regulator the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The CQC awarded SpaMedica’s Wakefield hospital the highest possible overall rating, praising its ‘exemplary…
After qualifying, all optical professionals have to demonstrate a commitment to developing their skills, knowledge and conduct to ensure they stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the sector and continue delivering the best possible care to their patients. The General Optical Council (GOC) sets out the training…
A Weaverham riding school owner has told of her life-changing NHS cataract treatment – which has helped the hospital she attended reach a milestone of 20,000 cataract surgeries performed. Rose Tommons, aged 65 from Northwich, learned that she was the landmark patient when she visited SpaMedica’s Manchester hospital…
A retired cover teacher/supervisor from Eccles has penned his unique take on beating cancer and overcoming his fear of cataract surgery – in a newly launched book of poems raising money for charity. Philip Baldwin, aged 66, shared his verse describing successful cataract treatment he had at SpaMedica…
If you’re reading this, you probably either have a cataract or you know someone who does. As you may already know, a cataract is a clouding of the lens in your eye which is caused by a build-up of protein. This build-up may blur your vision and make…