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Written question asked by Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party) on Tuesday, 1 July 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 4 July 2025 (named day). It was answered by Stephen Kinnock (Labour) on Friday, 4 July 2025 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Eyes: Testing

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps is he taking to support national campaigns which (a) raise awareness of glaucoma and (b) encourage regular eye tests for preventable sight loss conditions.

Answer

The Department seeks to support national campaigns where possible, such as national eye health week. The NHS.UK website provides information about glaucoma and the importance of regular sight tests whilst also providing information about entitlement to free National Health Service sight tests.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
63991
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Campaigns Eyes Visual impairment Testing Glaucoma Public health
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk