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Top Tips for Contact Lens Care

April 28, 2023

Contact Lenses

Contact lenses are a miracle product for people who need glasses, but don’t want to wear them. Small, customisable and versatile, they are a popular vision correction option for millions…

Digital eye strain in children: how to protect your child’s vision

April 14, 2023

Eye Care

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…

The link between learning and vision: How your optometrist can help your child succeed in school

February 28, 2023

Kids Eye Tests

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…

Myopia Control for Children: What Parents Need to Know

January 31, 2023

Kids Eye Tests

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…

Contacts vs. Glasses – Which is right for you?

December 21, 2022

Contact Lenses

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…

Common Eye Conditions in Children and Adults

November 21, 2022

Eye Care

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…

How often should you get your eyes checked, and why?

October 12, 2022

Eye Care

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…

Tips for finding the best kids’ optometrist in your area

September 20, 2022

Kids Eye Tests

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.…

Does My Child Need Glasses?

August 31, 2022

Kids Eye Tests

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…

What Is Blepharitis and How Do I Treat It?

July 15, 2022

Eye Care

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…

Can Carrots Improve Your Eyesight?

June 22, 2022

Eye Care

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,…

Tips For Contact Lens Wearers

April 15, 2022

Contact Lenses

For many people, contact lenses mean more visual freedom to live an active and dynamic lifestyle. Contact lenses are high-tech medical devices, and your vision is one of your most…