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Sight tests are FREE for all over 60s as they are paid for by the NHS.
Ask at your local opticians for more information.
#AgeingEyes #LiveWellForLonger #VisionMatters #EyeWeek #opticians #optometry
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The link between smoking and sight loss is as strong as the association between smoking and lung cancer.
Discover more about how smoking can harm your eye health and find details of smoking cessation support services on this #VisionMatters blog ➡️ visionmatters.org.uk/news/ne…
#optometry #eyeweek #NEHW #opticians
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Banish screen fatigue by being #ScreenSmart
⏸️Switch-off before bed
📏Measure the distance between your eyes & screen
🔧Adjust your work station & screen settings
🫧Refresh your eyes by consciously blinking
⏰Take regular breaks
More information here ➡️ visionmatters.org.uk/news/ne…
#VisionMatters #EyeWeek #NEHW
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Here’s our gallery of highlights from the first day of #NOC25
#optometry #dispensingopticians #opticians
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As we age, the likelihood of experiencing sight loss increases significantly. That’s why regular visits to an optometrist are essential for maintaining #eyehealth.
Patients can find a local optometrist on our website ➡️ lookafteryoureyes.org
#NationalEyeHeathWeek
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There’s help available to look after your sight if you are on a low income - because #VisionMatters
#optometry #NEHW #EyeWeek #optometrists
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One in 12 males and one in 200 females are colour blind. Take this fun test to see how your colour perception compares to the rest of the population. ismy.blue/#VisionMatters EyeWeek
ALT Woman’s hand pointing at colour swatches on a paint colour chart. Overlayed onto this image are the words colour vision and the National Eye Health Week logo.
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New research suggests global rates of #myopia have seen a rise, with Covid lockdowns playing a significant role.
In an article for @BBCNews, our Clinical Adviser, @Danielhm2020 highlights the benefits of outdoor time for children's eye health ➡️ bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c0m0…
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From spending time outdoors to eating a rainbow of colourful fruit and veg there are lots of ways you can help keep kids’ eyes healthy. Find out more here
tinyurl.com/Kids-Eye-Health
#EyeWeek #VisionMatters
ALT Image of a young girl smiling as she lies on the grass on a sunny day and looks at something through a magnifying glass. Overlayed on this are the words go out to play and the National Eye Health Week logo.
Devon LOC retweeted
Today’s topic for National Eye Health Week is children’s eye care.
Watch out later for a video from our advancement lead Steve.
#NEHW #EyeWeek #VisionMatters #optometry #opticians
Devon LOC retweeted
Did you know?
You can get a range of eye conditions treated via the NHS at many High St opticians.
We’re proud to be supporting National Eye Health Week.
#NEHW #VisionMatters #EyeHealth #optometry #opticians
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Half of all sight loss is avoidable, so it’s vital we're aware of ‘red flags’ that could signal a threat to our vision & know where to seek help to prevent irreversible vision loss. Do you know the warning signs of an eye emergency? tinyurl.com/eye-emergency #EyeWeek #VisionMatters
ALT Picture of a young woman with a look of discomfort and rubbing her eyes. Overlayed on this image are the words “Could You Spot the signs of an eye emergency? The National Eye Health week log is placed in the top right corner.
Devon LOC retweeted
We’re proud to be supporting National Eye Health Week by spreading the word about the importance of good eye health.
#NEHW #EyeWeek #VisionMatters #optometry #dispensingopticians #opticians
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19 million Brits are putting their physical & mental health at risk by failing to have regular eye tests. #EyeTests are essential health checks that can spot signs of conditions like #Diabetes, #Hypertension & #HeartDiseaseas well as eye issues. #EyeWeek #VisionMatters
ALT The words millions risk poor health due to skipped eye tests overlayed onto a blurred image of a crowded high street. National Eye Health Week logo in top right corner.
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Primary Eyecare Services welcomes the PM's commitment to NHS reform following the Darzi Review. #Optometry is able to contribute to the 3 key reform areas:
- moving from an analogue to a digital NHS
- shifting more care from hospitals to communities
- being bolder in moving from sickness to prevention
Great examples of this are already in place via services commissioned through Primary Eyecare Services! Opportunity to scale up across England is strong!
@wesstreeting @DHSCgovuk @rankine @NHSConfed @DharmeshP108
"I've worked in the NHS for more than 30 years, but I've been shocked by what I've found during this investigation."
Professor Lord Darzi's diagnosis of our NHS 👇
gov.uk/government/news/pm-ma…
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Great video outlining the contribution of #optometry and opportunity to go further - as well as the differences across the UK nations from @FODO1.
#Primarycare
#ThinkOptometry
youtube.com/watch?v=dR6_Diwa…
Devon LOC retweeted
If there's one thing you can do in support of #MyopiaAwarenessWeek, make sure it's a visit to your #optician, #optometrist or #ophthalmologist!
If you can do more, visit the myopia-awareness.com to get involved! #MAW2024 #myopia #myopiamanagement
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Due to the increasing case prevalence of seasonal flu, COVID-19 and respiratory illness, it is vital that practices maintain high standards of infection protection and controls, and stay vigilant to local public health advice.
Read more: buff.ly/4b36yH4
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