Monthly Archives November 2016

Protect Your Eyes From UV Rays

How Can I Protect My Eyes From Harmful UV Rays?   New Zealand has high ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels during summer. This is due to Earth’s orbit around the sun which puts New Zealand closer to the sun during summer time and our low air pollution and large ozone hole allowing more UV radiation through. Many people do not realise that exposure to UV rays can harm eyes and affect vision. How Do UV Rays Damage Eyes? UV rays are classified in three different groups – UVA, UVB and UVC. The mid range UVB rays are a risk factor for
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Categories: Eye Health.

Allergy Season Itchy Eyes

What Can I Do About Allergy Season Itchy Eyes? Spring usually means allergy season is here. Seasonal allergic rhinitis or hayfever affect about 20 per cent of the population during spring and early summer. Common symptoms include itchy, red, dry, or watery eyes. Seasonal allergies are caused by the high pollen released by trees, grass, outdoor moulds and weeds. Have you ever wondered what’s actually causing our eyes to react? We have receptor cells called mast cells on the surface of our conjunctiva, the mucous membrane covering the white surface of our eye and the inner lining of the eyelids.
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Categories: Eye Health.

Choosing Reading Glasses

Are Designer Reading Glasses Right For Me? There are many options when it comes to choosing the right designer reading glasses. in this article we outline the main things you should consider. Cheap Reading Glasses Vs Prescription Glasses Eyeglasses are not all made equal. Cheap reading glasses may have different optical centres to your eyes which may cause eyestrain and pulling sensation for your eyes. Custom made prescription glasses are made with the optical centres of the lenses aligned to the distance between your eyes. The prescription for ready readers are always the same in both eyes for off the
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