New research highlights the Impact of lockdown on Scottish Eye care: The study from the University of Aberdeen has highlighted the damaging impact of Covid-19 restrictions on Scottish eye care and the potential for long-term sight damage and reduced detection of other health conditions. A study, led by Prof Alexandros Zangelidis, Personal Chair in Economics, has examined the relationship between eye examinations in Scotland and follow-up referrals to a GP or hospital, which have been significantly disrupted by Covid19. Previous studies led by the Aberdeen research team identified the benefits of improved uptake of routine eye tests in Scotland in
Impact of lockdown on Scottish eye care as seen on The Hippocratic Post.