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The surprising eye test which reveals heart disease
Sunday 02 January 2022Heart disease is one of the most common threats affecting us today, and its high prevalence is sadly matched by its severity, with the World Health Organisation regarding cardiovascular diseases as the world’s leading cause of death.
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The surprising eye test which reveals heart disease
2 Jan 2022 -
What are the effects of the Clock Change?
Tuesday 26 October 2021Many of us look forward to the last Sunday of October, specifically because of that extra hour in bed that we all get.
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What are the effects of the Clock Change?
26 Oct 2021 -
Latest Study Shows Eye Conditions Linked to Increased Risk of Dementia
Thursday 30 September 2021Age-related macular degeneration, cataracts and diabetes-related eye disease are associated with an increased risk of dementia, according to a new study published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology.
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Latest Study Shows Eye Conditions Linked to Increased Risk of Dementia
30 Sep 2021 -
Controversy and Intrigue, The Mysteries of Blue Light
Thursday 30 September 2021Blue light is a familiar and divisive talking point in the 21st century, due to the rise of LCD screen technologies, particularly laptops, smartphones, and tablets.
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Controversy and Intrigue, The Mysteries of Blue Light
30 Sep 2021 -
The History of the Clock Change
Thursday 30 September 2021Here we are again - darker nights are just around the corner, and the slow seep of winter draws ever closer.
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The History of the Clock Change
30 Sep 2021 -
Focussing on Cataracts - National Eye Health Week
Wednesday 22 September 2021The NHS defines cataracts as cloudy patches on the lens which obstruct our vision.
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Focussing on Cataracts - National Eye Health Week
22 Sep 2021 -
Adjusting to Glaucoma - National Eye Health Week
Tuesday 21 September 2021Glaucoma is an eye condition which affects the optic nerve. This is the essential connection which allows our eyes to send messages directly to our brains.
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Adjusting to Glaucoma - National Eye Health Week
21 Sep 2021 -
Dealing with Age-related Macular Degeneration - National Eye Health Week
Monday 20 September 2021Happy National Eye Health Week! This week is about educating or refreshing our understanding of eye conditions and remembering to book an eye test.
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Dealing with Age-related Macular Degeneration - National Eye Health Week
20 Sep 2021 -
Cows don’t like the colour red? That’s a serious misconception.
Tuesday 07 September 2021Do cows really dislike the colour red? The answer might surprise you.
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Cows don’t like the colour red? That’s a serious misconception.
7 Sep 2021 -
Eye Health - Light and Sight
Tuesday 07 September 2021Our eyes are truly amazing, so let’s look after them!
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Eye Health - Light and Sight
7 Sep 2021 -
From global pandemic to short-sightedness epidemic
Thursday 29 July 2021Did you know it’s thought that myopia (short-sightedness) could affect half of the world’s population by 2050?
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From global pandemic to short-sightedness epidemic
29 Jul 2021 -
Support and hope for people with AMD – today and in the future
Thursday 29 July 2021We're teaming up with the Macular Society to tell you all about the support they provide for people affected by macular disease.
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Support and hope for people with AMD – today and in the future
29 Jul 2021
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