Myopia, or short-sightedness as it is more commonly known, is a condition that affects how the eyes see things from a distance. With myopia, most objects that are further away can appear blurred and vague, while closer objects can be seen more clearly. Myopia in children is not a rare condition and generally affects up …
Now more than ever, more of us are working from home due to the Covid-19 pandemic, meaning the time we now spend in front of a computer screen has increased dramatically with more companies and businesses only continuing online. So, can the amount of time our eyes are exposed to a screen cause lasting damage? …
We all want the best start for our children in life. It’s important to pick up on any eye problems at an early age, if not your child may have permanently reduced vision in one or both eyes. That is why in the United Kingdom, all children under the age of 16 are entitled to …
Many of our patients will have found themselves having to work from home due to the Covid-19 lockdowns that we have faced over the last year, and in most cases this will lead to an increase in time spent in front of a computer screen or tablet for many of you. Obviously, more time staring …
While many people are frustrated that optician services and eye care is not something provided on the NHS for everyone, eye care is vital and looking after your sight is something you need to stay on top of. Being able to see clearly is a gift and you should ensure you have regular eye tests …
While many of us will use suncream to protect our skin from the sun and it’s harmful UV rays, we will forget the sunglasses or may wear a pair that aren’t protecting our eyes properly and these same rays can seriously damage eyes that aren’t protected increasing the risk of eye disease. At Hill Vision …
When enjoying that summer sun, don’t forget your sunglasses! Read More »
