If your baby or child is told they need glasses, here are some useful tips to help them get used to wearing them. Babies Try using their favourite toy to distract them when putting their glasses on. This will help them associate their glasses with having fun. If you find…
If you are considering wearing novelty contact lenses this Halloween, you will not be alone. Research conducted by The College of Optometrists showed that almost 60% of those who plan to dress up as part of Halloween celebrations will consider wearing cosmetic contacts lenses*. The same research shows that only 22%…
College of Optometrists research has revealed that up to 23%(1) of parents had never taken their children for a sight test As children return to school, The College of Optometrists is urging parents to look out for key signs to detect potential problems in their children’s vision after research revealed…
You may have read in the news this week about Bradley Walsh’s struggle with blepharitis, an eye condition which causes inflamed and swollen eye lids. Dr Paramdeep Bilkhu MCOptom, Clinical Adviser at the College of Optometrists explains a bit more about the condition: “Blepharitis is a common but chronic condition…
Do you have diminishing sight and are you seeing images which could not possibly be there? If so, you may have developed Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS). This is a natural and very common condition (an estimated 1 million people in the UK) which causes people of any age – children…
To mark Road Safety Week, taking place from 16-22 November, The College of Optometrists has issued advice to drivers encouraging them to ensure their vision is up to standard before getting behind the wheel. The advice comes following research conducted by The College showing that two-thirds (66%) of British adults admit…
Are you planning on having a firework display at home this year? As widespread lockdowns are soon to be in place and many families consider hosting their own fireworks display, the College of Optometrists are urging people to take a moment to think about protecting their eyes as more people…
In line with the government’s new national restrictions in England to reduce the spread of COVID-19 from Thursday 5 November until Wednesday 2 December, The College of Optometrists has advised its members that all practices remain open to provide services, continue to prioritise patients based on clinical need and follow…
The College of Optometrists has issued advice for those who notice a change in their vision after the clocks went back last weekend. Daniel Hardiman-McCartney FCOptom, Clinical Adviser for the College of Optometrists explains: “At this time of year, as it gets darker in the evenings, optometrists typically experience an…
