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Daily vs Monthly Contact Lenses: What’s the Difference?

5 min read 23 February

Choosing between daily and monthly contact lenses can feel like a big decision, especially when you want to make the best choice for your eyes and lifestyle. Whether you’re new to contact lenses or just considering a switch, understanding the differences between these two options can help you find the perfect fit.

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Is Your Child Struggling to Read? It Could Be Visual Stress

4 min read 6 November

Is Your Child Struggling to Read? It Could Be Visual Stress - Not a Learning Issue

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Managing Short-Sightedness with Ortho-K Lenses

5 min read 6 November

Managing Short-Sightedness with Ortho-K Overnight Contact Lenses

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Is Your Child Short-Sighted? Here’s What You Need to Know

5 min read 11 February

Did you know the number of children who are short-sighted in the UK has doubled over the last 50 years?

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Why is my eyesight getting worse as I get older?

5 min read 4 February

Did you know that our vision typically matures by the age of 8 or 9, reaching adult levels? However, our eyesight doesn’t stay static. Throughout life, our need for glasses and the strength of our prescription often fluctuate.

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How a Digital Detox Can Help Your Vision

3 min read 16 January

With the start of a new year, many of us are setting resolutions to improve our health and wellbeing.

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Winter and Your Eyes: Common Conditions and How to Protect Your Vision

4 min read 26 November

Winter brings its own set of health challenges, and your eyes are no exception.

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Driving in the Dark: Could You Need Glasses?

3 min read 26 November

As the nights grow longer and the winter darkness settles in, the challenges of driving in low light become more apparent.

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How early detection of poor hearing and vision loss in elderly can help positively impact the symptoms of dementia

3 min read 26 September

Did you know in the UK, it’s estimated that 7 million adults need hearing aids but only 2 million use them with research indicating that people with hearing loss not using hearing aids have a higher risk of dementia.

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Simple Lifestyle Changes to Boost Your Eye and Ear Health

4 min read 26 September

Did you know that a healthy diet doesn’t just benefit your overall well-being, but also plays a big role in keeping your eyes and ears in good shape? It’s true! What you eat can help protect your vision and hearing, and even help manage conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure, which can negatively impact these important senses.