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Macular Degeneration — causes, diagnosis and prevention

Macular Degeneration — causes, diagnosis and prevention

We rely on our eyesight for most aspects of our lives, ranging from everyday tasks to hobbies and activities. Vision loss can, therefore, have a dramatic effect on our quality of life. Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), is the leading cause of vision loss in people aged over 50. In this…

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Contact lenses – a new look for 2020

A woman holding a pair a lens in hand, ready to apply on her eyes

As a glasses wearer, you might have thought about switching over to contact lenses. Some people are nervous at the thought of putting something in their eye, while others assume they will feel strange or uncomfortable. It may be that you don’t think they will work for your vision condition…

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Dry eyes in winter: treatment & avoidance

A woman with intense red eyes and a single red eye, creating a mesmerizing and enigmatic look.

Itchy, sore eyes and blurred vision are symptoms of a condition that many people experience – dry eyes. This condition is often ignored because people assume there’s nothing that can be done for it, or it’s not serious enough to bother seeing an optometrist for. In fact, there are several…

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