The Importance of Regular Eye Exams
It may sound obvious but it is amazing how many people are long over due their next eye examination or in some cases have never had one. |
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Whereas headaches and eyestrain are common signs of vision problems, many potentially dangerous eye diseases which can affect your sight do not show early symptoms. Early detection of problems such as amblyopia, or lazy eye in children are the most effective way of treating the condition. Conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure can be detected with regular eye exams. |
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Around 90% of adults over 45 years of age will develop presbyopia, the inability to see clearly at close range. Prescribed lenses can easily overcome this problem. Up to 50% of patients suffering from glaucoma risk permanent loss of vision simply because they are unaware that they have the condition. Persons over 60, Diabetics, Glaucoma sufferers and close relatives are all exempt from sight test fees. |
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Myopia or near sightedness frequently develops during the teenage years and may affect a child's performance and skills if not detected and corrected with a simple visit to your eye car professional. Changes in our environment have resulted in a greater awareness of the risk to our eyes from UV radiation. Many lens types offer protection from UV and are equally important for children as well as adults. |
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Persons under 16, full-time students under 19, persons claiming income support, tax credits etc., and holders of HC2 and HC3 exemption certificates also get help towards spectacles. |
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