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This #NationalEyeHealthWeek, take a moment to think about your eye health.

If you're aged 12 and over with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you'll be invited to go for a diabetic eye screening appointment.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/des

#DESScot
September 21, 2026 at 8:40 AM
National Eye Health Week

Information to help you make a choice about diabetic eye screening is available in a range of other languages (including British Sign Language) and other formats (including Easy Read, large print and audio).

These can be found at nhsinform.scot/des

#desscot
September 26, 2025 at 11:03 AM
If you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, it’s recommended you go for your screening appointment when invited. It’s an important part of your NHS diabetic care.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/des

#DESScot
March 3, 2026 at 12:04 PM
Around 1 in 50 people who have diabetic eye screening will be referred for investigation or treatment. It's important to go for regular screening if you're diabetic, as it can help reduce or prevent sight loss.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/des

#DESScot
May 6, 2026 at 1:04 PM
To mark the start of Diabetes Awareness Week we are highlighting the importance of Diabetic Eye Screening.

If you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, it’s recommended you go for your screening appointment when invited.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/des

#DESScot
June 8, 2026 at 1:01 PM
If you’re aged 12 and over with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you’ll be invited to go for a diabetic eye screening appointment. It’s quick and painless. This short video shows you what to expect.

To find out more visit nhsinform.scot/des

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June 12, 2026 at 12:03 PM
Diabetic eye screening uses a camera to look at the back of your eyes. It’s the only way to find out if you have diabetic retinopathy. If found, getting treatment early can reduce or even prevent sight loss.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/des

#DESScot
March 24, 2026 at 10:10 AM
National Eye Health Week

Around 1 in 50 people who have diabetic eye
screening will be referred for investigation or
treatment. It's important to go for regular
screening if you're diabetic, as it can help
reduce or prevent sight loss.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/des

#DESScot
September 28, 2025 at 6:35 PM
National Eye Health Week

Diabetic eye screening uses a camera to look at the back of your eyes. It’s the only way to find out if you have diabetic retinopathy. If found, getting treatment early can reduce or
even prevent sight loss.

Find out more at nhsinform.scot/des

#DESScot
September 25, 2025 at 12:28 PM
#WorldSightDay 👀 If you’re aged 12 and over with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you’ll be invited to go for a diabetic eye screening appointment. It’s quick and painless.

To find out more, visit www.nhsinform.scot/des

#DESScot
October 9, 2025 at 8:15 AM
#NationalEyeHealthWeek If you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, it’s recommended you go for your screening appointment when invited. It’s an important part of your NHS diabetic care.

To find out more visit www.nhsinform.scot/des

#DESScot
#VisionMatters
#EyeWeek
September 24, 2025 at 12:26 PM