Moorfields Eye Hospital

11/08/2026

Alex Ionides, consultant ophthalmic surgeon at Moorfields Eye Hospital and Moorfields Private, explains how to watch a solar eclipse safely.

Are you planning to watch the partial solar eclipse on 12 August? In this rare event, the moon will block up to 90% of the sun. Before you look up, make sure you know how to protect your eyesight. During a partial eclipse, looking directly at the sun, even through sunglasses, can cause serious and lasting damage. Check out our expert advice on safe eclipse viewing and when to seek urgent medical attention. Read more https://hubs.li/Q04s61lC0

03/08/2026

An artificial intelligence (AI) eye screening initiative, built on open-source technology developed at Moorfields, UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and our Eye Hub, is bringing essential eye care to isolated island communities in southern Bangladesh.

An artificial intelligence (AI) eye screening initiative, built on open-source technology developed at University College London and Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, is bringing essential eye care to isolated island communities in southern Bangladesh

21/07/2026

Ever wondered what happens behind the pharmacy window?

The new issue of Moorfields Magazine showcases roles that support research, innovation and digital transformation.

And find out more about eye cancer from our specialist oncology team. 💙

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/about-us/news-and-blogs/moorfields-magazine

15/07/2026

⏰ 2 days left to nominate!

If someone at Moorfields has gone above and beyond for you, now's the time to tell us before it's too late. 🌟

You can nominate for:
🌟 Individual of the Year
🌟 Team of the Year
🌟 Volunteer of the Year

Make their day and nominate your star bit.ly/Stars2026 💙

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14/07/2026

Out now! New issue of Moorfields Magazine!

Read how people, including Nicki, are regaining their sight thanks to a groundbreaking hypotony breakthrough.

Find out more about glaucoma being far more prevalent than previously imagined, and how one of our innovative genetic therapies is now showing promising results in children too. 💙

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/about-us/news-and-blogs/moorfields-magazine

13/07/2026

We're delighted to see our consultant, medical director and national clinical director for eye care at NHS England, Professor Louisa Wickham featured in the new episode of the OT Podcast. Covering everything from AI in healthcare and research to national leadership in eye care, the conversation offers valuable insights for optometrists and the wider eye care community.

Moorfields Private Eye Hospital

09/07/2026

🌡️ It's hot out there, and we want to make sure you're looking after yourself.

If you're travelling in for an appointment at Moorfields, please pack extra water and allow a little more time for your journey.

In this heat, small things matter. Stay in the shade where you can, wear sunscreen, and check in on anyone who might need a hand, especially young children and older relatives.

Take care of yourselves out there. We'll see you soon. 💙

09/07/2026

08/07/2026

Did you know alcohol affects your eyes — even after just one drink?

This Alcohol Awareness Week, we're shining a light on something that often gets overlooked.

In the short term, alcohol can cause blurred vision, reduced contrast and poor depth perception. Over time, regular drinking increases the risk of cataracts, weakened eye muscles, glaucoma, optic neuropathy and AMD.
Your sight is precious. Think before you drink. 💙

07/07/2026

Out now! New issue of Moorfields Magazine!

Find out more about Moorfields and UCL Centre for Eye Health, as we answer many of the questions we’ve heard from patients about it.

Hypotony treatment is the big breakthrough in this issue, with other research including an increase in the prevalence of glaucoma and the first use of one of our genetic therapies in children. There is also a story about how AI is helping people in remote areas of Bangladesh.

And you can find out more about how we treat eye cancer, what research we are doing into it, new accreditation for Stratford and how we’ve improved our Bedford site. 💙

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/about-us/news-and-blogs/moorfields-magazine