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We all make New Years Resolutions and with the end of January just around the corner, keep this checklist in mind for your best year ever for good…
It was on the news, just last evening, of a significant breakthrough in Stem Cell Research amid a British trial that has been working with eye…
Following on from critical acclaim from those that matter, the students obviously, Aston University has announced that it is upgrading one of its…
We all get tired at the end of the day. It’s not uncommon for us to squint a little more, rest our eyes when we’d normally be active, or notice it’s…
After what seems like months of continued calls from optical specialists, motoring organisations and insurance firms, Specsavers are the latest…
In a recent study in to the effects of Vitamin D on the human eyes and vision itself, researchers have seen improvements in mice in regards to age…
The world (western especially) we live in is mad about technology. Whether it's the latest in HD flat screen LED TV's or Apple's latest wondrous…
Grandmothers of people of a certain age could once be heard to say, “Eat up your carrots, you’ll be able to see in the dark.” I wonder how many…
In a move that follows a similar path to that of Lloyds Pharmacy who recently made plans to incorporate opticians within their pharmacies as they…
Public Health is at the forefront of much news today. Public health messages pertinent to special needs, physically disabled or mentally impaired…
The recession has hit many parts of the world, including the UK, very hard. As prices continue to increase, the average wage packet of the average…
Now I'm not suggesting for one minute that Brit pop bands from the 1990's had it on their mind as they swaggered around the UK and beyond with…
Going to see your doctor, optician or a visit to the hospital can sometimes be an experience you'd want to forget if you are visiting due to ill…
In a first round of trials, it appears that a new testing kit for dry eye syndrome, which can be administered by contact lens opticians has been a…
While many organisations have shown concern regarding the sale of cosmetic contact lenses and indeed all lenses without proper prescription, a recent…
It is very easy to forget all the people who do such important jobs that affect our everyday lives, when we hear about the latest showbiz honours…
In a new study by a number of universities from across the pond in the United States, it has been claimed that glaucoma risks can be heightened by…
When I think of skiing, I must admit the first thing that springs to my mind is making a fool of myself when trying to look adept at the sport, while…