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What are cataracts

A short article describing cataracts, their causes, treatment and how to try to prevent them

Hayfever in the eyes is no laughing matter!

It’s Hayfever Time Again

Ole Pink Eyes Are Back I’m a bit unusual, I’m told – I love winter! The clear frosty mornings, clean fresh air, beautiful snow-covered countryside. Well, all good things come to an end and, for me, it has been a great winter so I’m happy. The warmer weather and the blossom on the trees signify when…

Orthokeratology Ortho-k for swimmers

How to see safely in the pool

I have to confess, I’m no swimmer – I just don’t seem to have the coordination or whatever it takes to achieve that effortless grace in the pool (think hippo swimming, that’s more me.) My daughter, Arianne, on the other hand loves to swim and spends plenty of time in the water. At ten years…

Ortho k lenses for sport

Orthokeratology and the noble art

Ortho k lenses are ideal for sports. You wear the lenses overnight to gently mould your eye. This means that when you remove the lenses on waking you will not need glasses or contact lenses all through the day.