Category: Health & Information
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The Biggest Eye Health Myths… Busted!
From telling us that carrots make us see in the dark (which is kind of true by the way) to telling us not to sit too close to the TV, our parents have been telling us all sorts of strange things about how best to look after our eyesight. But which of these things contain fact…
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What is Corneal Sunburn and How Can We Prevent It?
Corneal sunburn or a ‘corneal flash burn’ is essentially sunburn on your eye. The clear layer covering the front of your eyes forms the cornea and this area can be damaged from over exposure to sunlight and UV radiation.When this happens, symptoms include pain as well as temporary loss of vision. To prevent cornea sunburn,…
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3 Reasons Why You Need Sunglasses for Driving in Winter
Sunglasses may seem like the last thing you think about in the winter months, but as research has shown time and time again, that UVA and UVB protection for our eyes is just as important in the colder season as it is in the summer. And in addition to protecting our eyes from sun damage,…
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7 Cheap & Natural Hacks for Humidifying Your Home
They dry air in winter can play havoc with our skin, hair and nails. It can give us headaches and can even be a nasty trigger for asthma attacks. If you suffer from colds or chesty coughs, the dry air can turn symptoms much worse. And for those who suffer from vision problems, the low humidity can…
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Research Shows Higher Risk of Blurred Vision in Winter
According to water and eye researcher, Sharon Kleyne, eye health problems can become a big problem during the winter months. Her research shows that temporary blurred vision is far more likely to occur in winter when the atmosphere is cooler. Kleyne warns that symptoms of temporary blurred vision, especially if the patient is already suffering with dry eye…
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Parents Choose Unapproved Eye Treatments Over Children’s Specs
It appears parents are looking at other ways to enhance their kids sight rather than SelectSpecs – if you pardon the pun! There is nothing child-like here though, as something more dangerous is going on. Unapproved treatments rather than glasses are being chosen by parents and the rate is increasing. This is largely in part…
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How Lenses Work: Transitions, Polarised, UV Protection
Most of us don a pair of sunglasses over the summer months and don’t think much of it. Yet with the increasing array of lens choices claiming to prevent this or improve that, it can be confusing choosing the best pair for your eye health. Here we break down the science jargon and make it…
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Wearing sunglasses could help to avoid wrinkles
We have all been there every now and again. When we have painted the town red, green or even blue, you come in slightly worse for wear. That thumping head coupled with the pang for something rich only adds to the day after the night before. But help is at hand thanks to our trusty…