For advice on taking care of your eyes by @sightcaregroup. We fully support independent opticians & optometrists!
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Ever wondered why you should be supporting your local independent optician or optometrists? Here's why...
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Avoiding driving at night?
Headlight glare, blurry signs, and tired eyes can all be signs your prescription needs checking.
Driving should feel safe and comfortable - day and night.
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New glasses confidence is real!
There’s something about putting on the right pair of glasses that just changes everything.
Clearer vision, better comfort, and a little confidence boost too.
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How far away are you holding your phone right now?
If your arm keeps getting shorter or longer every year… you’re definitely not alone.
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Squinting all summer long?
If bright sunlight leaves you reaching for shade, it might be time to think about proper UV protection or prescription sunglasses.
Comfort matters just as much as style.
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Be honest… when did you last clean your glasses properly?
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If your phone font keeps getting bigger, your eyes might be trying to tell you something!
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Before you pack the passports and sunscreen, make sure your eyes are holiday-ready too ✈️🕶️
Prescription sunglasses, contact lenses, spare glasses - we can help you travel stress-free.
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If you’re squinting at menus, subtitles, or your phone, it may be time for an updated prescription. Clear vision isn’t just for the road - it’s for everyday life.
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Because eye care should feel personal.
Independents take time to get to know you, your lifestyle, and what you actually need - not just your prescription.
That’s the independent difference.
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If your phone font keeps getting bigger, your eyes might be trying to tell you something!
Visit an independent optometrist for an eye test.
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Before you pack the passports and sunscreen, make sure your eyes are holiday-ready too ✈️🕶️
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If you’re squinting at menus, subtitles, or your phone, it may be time for an updated prescription. Clear vision isn’t just for the road - it’s for everyday life.
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Did you know your eyesight plays a crucial role in keeping you safe on the road?
Clear, comfortable vision helps with:
Spotting hazards quickly
Driving at night
Seeing clearly in poor weather
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Did you know UV rays can damage your eyes as well as your skin?
A good pair of sunglasses should:
✔ Block 100% of UVA and UVB rays
✔ Provide comfortable, glare-free vision
✔ Protect your eyes all year round - not just on holiday
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Did you know that clear, comfortable vision can make a real difference to concentration and performance? If your child has been complaining of headaches, tired eyes, or struggling to focus, it might be worth booking an eye test.
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If you spot a sign or symptom of childhood eye cancer (known as retinoblastoma), have your child’s eyes checked out by a GP or optometrist as soon as possible. Visit chect.org.uk for more information #RbWeek
@chect_uk
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In a photo where one eye has “red eye” (which is normal), the other eye may look black. This can be a sign of retinoblastoma. A fundal (red) reflex test can help to show if further examination is required – so request this test is done by an optometrist @chect_uk
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The iris – the coloured part of the eye – can change colour in one eye, sometimes only in one area, when a child has retinoblastoma (childhood eye cancer). If you notice a change in the colour of your baby or child’s iris, let a GP or optometrist know #RbWeek @chect_uk
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Your child’s vision may begin to deteriorate, or they may have had poor vision from birth. You may notice that they don’t focus, fix and follow as well as other children of the same age. You should visit a GP or optometrist and request a fundal (red) reflex test #RbWeek @chect_uk
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A squint, where the eyes do not look in the same direction, can sometimes be a symptom of retinoblastoma. In many cases, it’s nothing more than a squint but all children should be checked out by an optometrist or GP just in case, as it’s the second most common sign @chect_uk
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