Arden, Herefordshire & Worcestershire Diabetic Eye Screening Programme

10/03/2026

It's World Glaucoma Week! This year, Glaucoma UK have unveiled glaucoma simulations to raise awareness and show how the condition can really affect sight — often as subtle, blurry or missing patches, not the “black tunnel” many people expect.
Glaucoma is known as the “silent thief of sight” because symptoms can go unnoticed. That’s why knowing your risk and having regular eye tests is important. While sight loss from glaucoma can’t be reversed, treatment can slow or prevent further damage in most cases.
Take a few minutes to check your risk today and protect your vision: glaucoma.uk/risk

19/02/2026

🌟 Everything You Need to Know About Diabetic Eye Screening 🌟
Keeping your eyes healthy matters — especially if you’re living with diabetes.
Here is a helpful link that explains everything you need to know about diabetic eye screening, including an easy-to-follow video.
👁️ What you’ll find inside:
✔️ Why diabetic eye screening is so important
✔️ Who is eligible for screening
✔️ How to get your diabetic eye screening appointment
✔️ How to prepare for your appointment
✔️ What happens during the screening
✔️ When and how you’ll receive your results
✔️ What your diabetic eye screening results really mean
Regular screening is one of the best ways to protect your eyesight and prevent serious complications. Early detection saves sight. 💙
👉 Click the link to learn more and watch the video:
https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/diabetic-eye-screening/

Find out who should have diabetic eye screening, why it's done and what happens, and when you’ll get your results.

17/02/2026

🐎 Happy Chinese New Year and Lunar New Year to everyone starting their celebrations in our AHW eye screening community! 新年快乐!
The Year of the Horse is linked with energy, independence and pushing forward - which feels pretty fitting for anyone that is overdue their screening.
Book today by calling 01905 896333
Wishing you a healthy, happy year ahead, wherever and however you’re celebrating.

12/02/2026

Protect your vision this Ramadan!
Eye drops won’t break your fast and are safe to use during your diabetic eye screening. They help us get clearer images of your eyes to protect your sight.
If you have an appointment during Ramadan, it’s okay to receive eye drops. Your eyesight matters, don’t miss it!

06/02/2026

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What amazing feedback!🌟

06/02/2026

🌈 LGBTQ+ History Month: A Look Back at Key Milestones
February gives us the chance to recognise the progress made toward LGBTQ+ equality in the UK — and the powerful moments that helped shape the inclusive society we’re working toward today.

✨ A brief history:
• Section 28 Repeal (2003–2004): This harmful law once blocked schools from discussing LGBTQ+ identities. Its repeal opened the door to visibility, education, and acceptance.

• Equal Age of Consent (2001): Gay and bisexual men finally gained equal legal rights when the age of consent was brought in line with heterosexual relationships.

• Ban on LGBTQ+ Military Service Lifted (2000): LGBTQ+ personnel could at last serve openly, with dignity and fairness.

• Marriage Equality (2013–2014): Same‑sex marriage became legal in England, Wales, and later Scotland — affirming the right to love and marry openly.

These milestones represent courage, activism, and the ongoing fight for equality. 🌈💛

Let’s keep learning, celebrating, and creating workplaces and communities where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

05/02/2026

🌈 February is LGBTQ+ History Month! 🌈
We’re proud to be celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month — a time to recognise the incredible contributions, resilience, and history of the LGBTQ+ community.
As a programme, we are honoured to hold the LGBTQ+ Gold Award for Healthcare Excellence, reflecting our ongoing commitment to providing inclusive, respectful, and equitable care for everyone we serve. 🏅💙
We proudly stand with the LGBTQ+ community and remain dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for our patients, colleagues, and partners.
🌟 Everyone deserves to feel seen, valued, and respected. 🌟

03/02/2026

Last month AHW DESP Screened 7245 people, however many appointments weren't attended. Please cancel and rebook if you are unable to make your appointment.

27/01/2026

Your vision matters. Schedule your eye screening today to protect your sight, catch problems early, and keep doing the things you love.
Call 01905896333 today to book your Diabetic Eye screening or alternatively scan the QR code below.

09/01/2026

🌨️ Please take care in the icy and snowy conditions today ❄️

Our clinics are running, but if you’d prefer to rebook, please call 01905 896333.

30/12/2025

New year and lots of new ideas and information to be shared around type 1 technology! See post below for more information on the virtual event being held👇

Do you want to learn more about the latest innovations in T1D technology? 🔬

Join us on Tuesday 13 January 7pm to 8:30pm where we'll be exploring the latest scientific advances in T1D breakthroughs and exploring the community driven efforts that are shaping a brighter future for the T1D community. 💙

Sign up now ➡️ https://bit.ly/4j66uuc

27/11/2025

Diabetes Awareness Month -Daily Fact 💙
Globally, 7 in 10 (412 million) adults
living with diabetes are of working
age. For millions of employees,
diabetes is a daily reality – but in the
workplace, it can often become a
source of stress, stigma, and fear.
From setting up workplace policies,
to listening and offering support
without judgement, there are many
ways to make your workplace a
friendlier place for people with
diabetes.