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27 July 2021
Burning Eyes: What it means & why it happens
According to the World Health Organisation, approximately 2.2 billion people around the globe suffer from a form of vision impairment. Taking good care of your eyes is therefore really important, so optimal eye health and good vision can be maintained as you continue to age.
Read more20 July 2021
How to stop your glasses from fogging up in the age of Covid
Since the pandemic began in 2020, we’ve all collectively gotten used to wearing face masks at all times, given that it became a legal requirement to do so in public spaces. Covid restrictions may be easing up after July 19th, or ‘Freedom Day’, but many people will choose to continue wearing their face masks for the safety of both themselves and others.
Read more26 March 2021
Pinguecula: What Is It? Causes & Symptoms
A pinguecula (pronounced pin-gwek-yoo-la) appears as a yellow lump on the white of the eye, usually growing on the side of the sclera near your nose....
Read more09 March 2021
What Causes Dilated Pupils?
Have you ever looked in the mirror and noticed your pupils appear more dilated than usual? It's usually nothing to worry about, but it could be a sign you have an underlying medical condition you are unaware of.
Read more16 February 2021
Pancake Recipe to Boost Eye Health
Here at Ultralase we absolutely love pancakes! To celebrate Shrove Tuesday, we thought we'd put together a few healthy pancake recipes that your eyes could really benefit from. We'll also be discussing all the eye-healthy toppings you can indulge in as well.
Read more12 February 2021
Is Love at First Sight Real?
The day of romance is almost upon us! Yes, this year may be a little different thanks to lockdown restrictions and a ban on date nights to the cinema and sitting in restaurants (thanks corona). But even still, covid-19 can't stop you from taking a stroll in the park and bumping into THE ONE. Which brings us to the question… do you believe in love at first sight?
Read more05 February 2021
What Is Eye Herpes?
Even though the word herpes carries a stigma, it is relatively common and comes in all forms that can develop anywhere on the body. But did you know that herpes can appear on our eyes as well? Find out more about ocular herpes here.
Read more29 January 2021
Resolutions You Shouldn't Quit on to Protect Your Eyes
On average, 80% of us abandon our New Year's resolutions by the second week of February. With the week of failure fast approaching, we thought best to keep the motivation going by helping you understand which of your resolutions will protect your eyes from ageing in the long run.
Read more25 January 2021
4 Reasons Why Sunglasses Are the Top Winter Accessory
You might have the essential winter coat, gloves, and wellies ready in your shopping basket, but here are some reasons why you should be adding sunglasses to that winter shopping list too.
Read more22 January 2021
What Causes Puffy Eyes and How to Get Rid of Them
At some point in our lives, we'll experience puffy red bags under our eyes, and while this may have already happened to you, there's nothing to say it won't come back again and in some cases remain there permanently. In this blog, we'll be looking at why puffy bags occur under our eyes and whether it is something to be concerned about.
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