The dangers of over the counter readers
The dangers of over the counter readers Below is a media statement from the Health Professions Council of South Africa: CAUTIONING ON THE DANGERS OF PURCHASING READY MADE AND/OR ADJUSTABLE READERS WITHOUT THE ADVICE OF A REGISTERED OPTOMETRIST OR EYE CARE PRACTITIONER Pretoria – The Professional Board for Optometry and Dispensing Opticians has recently become […]
Ten habits to avoid for healthier eyes
Ten habits to avoid for healthier eyes Many people have a few bad habits which are placing undue additional strain on the eyes and can impact vision over time.The eyes are the windows to the world and the sheer amount of information they process daily is enough to make them weary. But, a lot of […]
Buying Contact Lenses online
Are you risking your vision by buying contact lenses online? Beware of the possible hazards to your eye health when ordering contact lenses online and skipping your contact lens examination. Some of the complications of wearing contact lenses are corneal ulcers, Acanthamoeba Keratitis, infections, corneal abrasion and even blindness that can be avoided with regular […]
Winter Sun
Sunglasses are not just for Summer! South Africans should be as diligent about sunglasses as they are about sun block all year round South Africa is renowned for its all-year-round sunshine and high levels of ultraviolet (UV) light. While this encourages loads of outdoor activity, lots of time in the sun can be bad for […]
Lens Quality
Buying eyewear? Ask for lens quality When buying new glasses, people rely on the advice of their optometrists to make sure their choice is the right one. Indeed, the prescription must be correct to ensure optimal vision and visual comfort. However, there are stark differences in the quality of lenses and coatings available. With so […]
Literacy in Kids
Literacy issues in kids? Focus on eyes Children experiencing problems with reading could be experiencing eye troubles. Problems with vision can affect reading, learning and overall performance at school. In South Africa, poor vision is impacting young people. A Cape Town University study shows that some 450 000 South African youths have problems with seeing, with […]
Face Shapes
What Shape is your Face? Not all eyeglass frames are made for all faces Gone are the days of bulky, boxy eyeglasses frames in black or brown. Nowadays, frames go beyond being a vessel for lenses to being face flattering and even a statement of personal style. “Frames influence a person’s appearance, so the way […]
Excessive screen time
Excessive screen time is damaging our eyes Alarming statistics suggest that the average adult spends more than 11 hours staring at a screen in some shape or form every day.1 In South Africa specifically, according to a 2016 article by htxt Africa, screen time per person is just under 5 hours a day.2 This has likely increased […]
Cycling
Hit the Road [Safely] with Cycling Sunglasses If you don’t typically use glasses for vision correction, you’re probably wondering why anyone would consider cycling sunglasses a necessity. But in our hot, bright climate, you really should think of adding them to your biking routine. Dynamic Vision takes a peek into exactly why this is. Sun […]