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As we increasingly rely on screens for work, school, and leisure activities, our eyes are under more strain than ever before. This is especially true for children, who are often spending hours each day staring at screens for homework, gaming, and socialising. The result is an increased risk of digital eye strain, a condition that […]
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As a parent or caregiver, you want your child to have a rewarding academic experience. While helping your child implement good study habits may be top of mind, you might not consider how their vision could be impacting their learning. Vision problems can have a significant impact on a child’s academic performance, making it difficult […]
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Myopia, also known as ‘shortsightedness’, is a common condition in which close objects appear clear, while objects in the distance appear blurry. Although the risk of myopia in children is greatly increased when one or both parents have the condition, it also affects children whose parents are not myopic. Despite its strong genetic component, environmental […]
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If you’re one of the many people who need prescription lenses to get through the day, then you’re faced with a key decision – are contact lenses or glasses the right choice for you? Both options come with their pros and cons, and different people will have different needs from their corrective lenses. Luckily, the […]
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Most people experience vision problems at some point in their life, which can range from minor refractive errors to complete blindness. The Australian Bureau of Statistics National Health Survey in 2017 estimated that over half of Australians live with chronic eye conditions. Given that there are so many common eye conditions, it is essential to […]
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Regular eye checks are an essential part of staying on top of your ocular health. Over time, changes to your general health can impact your vision, regular eye checks may help detect any problems at an early stage, before you even notice them. Early detection means you can start treatment sooner to prevent permanent damage […]
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Eye tests are an essential part of making sure your child has healthy eyesight. It’s important to find a good optometrist to help ensure their visual development is on track. It is crucial to have a paediatric optometrist that both you and your child can trust, as this is likely to be an ongoing relationship, […]
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With chronic eye conditions in children aged between 0 and 14 on the rise (9.2% from 2007–08 to 12% from 2017–18, according to the National Health Survey), it has never been more important to book regular eye tests for your child. When it comes to your child’s development, you want to give them the best […]
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Blepharitis, otherwise known as inflammation of the eyes, is a common eye condition that usually affects both eyes at the same time. Anterior blepharitis is generally characterised by symptoms such as red and itchy eyes, or swollen and crusty eyelids, however you may also experience some light sensitivity and blurred vision. Other blepharitis symptoms include […]
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When you were a child, your parents may have told you that eating lots of carrots can improve your eyesight, especially at night. This myth is almost a century old, originating in the Second World War as a way for the British Royal Air Force to cover up their use of radar technology, allowing them […]
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