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How Do Multifocal Contact Lenses Work?

October 2, 2026

Contact Lenses

If reading your phone or a menu is getting harder, it could be early presbyopia. Multifocal contact lenses combine near, intermediate and distance vision in one lens, offering a flexible…

How To Relieve Dry Eyes From Screen Use

August 31, 2026

Dry Eyes

Long hours in front of screens can leave your eyes feeling gritty, watery, tired or slow to refocus by the end of the day. Dry eyes from screens and digital…

Ortho K vs Contact Lenses for Active Teens

August 26, 2026

Orthokeratology

For a short-sighted teen, sport turns vision correction into a practical family decision. Glasses can slip, fog or get in the way of protective gear, and daytime contact lenses need…

Is LLLT Good For Dry Eyes?

June 23, 2026

Dry Eyes

Dry eye can be frustrating when it keeps interrupting ordinary parts of your day. It can make looking at screens, reading, driving and wearing contact lenses more uncomfortable than they…

Concussion & Eye Problems In Football

June 12, 2026

Behavioural Optometry

Eye problems are common after concussion, with studies reporting visual or oculomotor problems in roughly one-quarter to two-thirds of patients, depending on what is measured and when assessment occurs. These…

Is Ortho K Safe For Children? What Parents Need To Know

May 28, 2026

Orthokeratology

If your child suffers from myopia, Ortho K can sound promising, but also a little daunting. Parents want to feel confident that Ortho K is safe for their children and…

Myopia Control Options For Children Explained

March 10, 2026

Eye Care

If your child has been diagnosed with myopia, it can feel like a lot of information to take in at once. Parents want to know which myopia control options are…

Eye Infection, Red Or Injured Eye? When To See An Optometrist Vs GP

March 2, 2026

Eye Care

A red, sore or injured eye shouldn’t be ignored. Knowing whether to book an optometrist or a GP can help you get faster relief and protect your sight with more…

Screen Time And Myopia In Children: Parents’ Guide To Healthy Eyes

February 18, 2026

Eye Care

Screens are part of everyday life for most kids across the country, from online homework to gaming and streaming. A 2025 systematic review and meta-analysis in JAMA Network Open that…

Martin Street’s Health Hub – Eyes, Ears and Smiles

November 27, 2025

Eye Care

On Martin Street in Brighton, you can take care of your vision, hearing and dental health in one easy location. This local health hub brings together Bayside Eyecare, a respected…

Why Sunglasses Matter for Everyday Protection

August 22, 2025

Eye Care

In Australia, sun protection is recommended whenever the UV Index reaches 3 or above, which can occur on cool or cloudy days. In Victoria, UV levels are commonly high from…

Vision Therapy for Adults: Improving Visual Comfort, Focus, and Daily Life

July 8, 2025

Vision Therapy

Many people think of vision therapy as something designed for children with reading or learning difficulties. However, adults can also benefit significantly from this specialised approach to improving visual function.…