Diabetic Eye Screening to resume in Wales
Diabetic Eye Screening Wales (DESW) has advised that, following the pause in screening services due to the Coronavirus pandemic, they are inviting people for screening again. They have provided the following information:
- 'We understand you may be worried if you have missed your appointment, are due for screening or your screening invitation has been delayed. Be assured we are working hard to catch up. We are inviting people based on clinical priority and appreciate your patience.
- Due to the pandemic, screening appointments are limited and there are some delays. We may not be able to offer appointments at your normal clinic venue. Health boards are also under a lot of pressure so if you need further investigations there may also be some delay.
- It is really important, now more than ever, that you let us know if you will not be attending your appointment. We might be able to offer your appointment to someone else.
Remember:
- If you are invited for screening you can travel to attend your appointment. It is a medical appointment which is classed as a ‘reasonable excuse’ to travel during lockdown.
- We understand that people with diabetes are at high risk from Covid and we take your safety very seriously.
- We have made some changes to keep you and our staff safe whilst at your appointment.
- Taking part in screening is something you can do to look after your eye health.
- If you are worried about any changes in your vision please do not wait to be invited for screening. It is very important you speak to an Optometrist even if you have had a previous normal screening test.
To stop the spread of coronavirus do not attend for screening if you have symptoms of coronavirus, have recently tested positive, or have been advised to quarantine or self-isolate. The symptoms of coronavirus are one or more of the following: new continuous cough, high temperature or loss of or change to your normal sense of smell or taste.'
For more information about DESW, click here.
Posted 2021-02-08 07:16:11