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If you are constantly wiping your eyes, you know that watery or weepy eyes are incredibly annoying. And aside from the annoyance factor, weepy eyes can also cause blurred vision, making life difficult! Six questions to ask yourself if you have weepy eyes Are you having an allergic rea

A polarised lens works like a venetian blind, only allowing light in at a certain angle, so the eye gets the light it needs to focus for crisp clear vision. Just like a filter for sound, this is a filter for vision. Ordinary sunglasses although protecting from ultraviolet, do not prov

Big News! Optometrist Celia Cutfield has recently accepted a Directorship position at Langford Callard. Learn more about Celia in the interview below 5 Minutes with Celia Tell us about your background… Since completing my degree I’ve worked at independent optometry practices in

In July we are donating to Glaucoma New Zealand from every eye examination What is Glaucoma? A condition where the fluid pressure inside the eye rises above normal, causing progressive damage to parts of the optic nerve. This leads to a gradual and permanent loss of vision. Because th

Did you know that diet plays a role in eye health? Studies suggest that diet is important in reducing the risk of Macular Degeneration (MD), which is the loss of central vision. A diet that’s high in antioxidants, vitamins and other nutrients is ideal for eye health. Antioxidants: Fre

The saying, a ‘bird’s eye view’ takes on a whole new meaning when we realise just how amazing a bird’s vision really is! Did you know: Birds have the largest eye’s (relative to their size) within the animal kingdom. A bird’s eyes account for about 15 percent of their head’s weight, wh