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Survey: 96% of Optometrists Assess Smoking Status

Survey finds widespread smoking status screening among optometrists in Wales following national training requirements.

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    96% of optometrists in Wales assess smoking status during exams.

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    Most optometrists feel confident discussing smoking and eye health.

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    Barriers include patients' reluctance and limited time.

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    Training programs have improved engagement in smoking cessation discussions.

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    Survey showed high response rate (72%) among NHS optometrists.

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    Comparison to prior studies shows significant improvement in practice.

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    Future research needed to understand patient outcomes from these discussions.

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Survey: 96% of Optometrists Assess Smoking Status

  • by Julie Greenbaum

  • March 16, 2026

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