Optometry Today feature looks at how optometrists in Wales play important role in preventative healthcare
An article on the Optometry Today website describes the important role that Wales's optometrists play in not only supporting the eye health of their patients, but identifying and managing broader health risks such as smoking and diabetes.
The article describes how all patient-facing staff in Welsh optometry practices undergo training in Making Every Contact Count (MECC), which has been developed by Public Health Wales. This training equips practice teams with the skills and confidence to engage patients in supportive conversations around health and wellbeing. The article include several cases studies from across Wales where patients have been referred to preventative services.
Posted on the 22nd of June 2026