With Easter just around the corner, we thought we’d explore the various nutritional benefits of chocolate and of course carrots for the Easter Bunny! It turns out chocolate really is good for your eyesight. Dark chocolate has long been recognised for its health-boosting properties, including decreasing cholesterol and blood pressure, but recent studies have shown…
Scientists have identified six genetic variants associated with the eye condition glaucoma in people from around the world including Australia. The discovery, in three major studies, could help identify people at higher risk of the disease and lead to earlier screening and treatments. All three studies, published today in Nature Genetics, identify gene sequence variations of…
Children often assume that how they see is normal. Parents can learn to recognise the signs of a vision problem and help their children to look after their eyes. With children returning back to school later this month, it’s important that they have good vision for educational, physical and social development and to help them…
As 2015 approaches, many people begin to think about their New Year’s resolutions. Sadly, few people follow through on the resolutions they make at the beginning of the year, only 8%. By making resolutions that are too hard to keep, you’re only setting yourself up to fail. Instead, try these easy to follow resolutions for…
It is important to understand what you are covered for and what your entitlements are under the policy you have chosen so that you have peace of mind in getting the treatment you want, when you need it. Assess your needs and discuss these with your health fund when choosing a level of cover, so…
On December 31, your benefits will expire. The average person wastes $206 a year in unclaimed health insurance benefits. Don’t let your health benefits go to waste. We recommend you have your eyes tested regularly to make sure your prescription is always up to date and to ensure your eye health is at its best….
Seniors will be given priority access to hip, knee and cataract surgery, as part of $85 million dollar plan being promised by Denis Napthine. But while the Coalition was targeting the “grey vote”, it was also trying to neutralise the Greens. It took three trains for the Premier and wife Peggy to travel from Parliament…
ALEX Dennis was in his early 40s when his vision started becoming cloudy and blurry. Within a short space of time he had gone from living a full and independent life to completely relying on his wife Daphne and children to get around. The singer, guitarist, and former Australian boxing champion was diagnosed with blinding…
U2 frontman Bono says the real reason he wears sunglasses is because he suffers from glaucoma. The 54-year-old singer said he has lived with the condition – which is caused by increased pressure in the eyeball causing gradual loss of sight – for around two decades. Read more here.
The quality of sunglasses does not necessarily relate to their darkness or cost, so you must check the label to ensure they meet Australian Standards. Sunglasses that fit well and transmit very little UV radiation will ensure your eyes are protected. For the best UV eye protection, choose sunglasses that: Meet Australian Standards for UV…
