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03 August 2021
Are coloured contact lenses safe for your eyes?
Coloured contact lenses are cosmetic lenses that are most popular during Halloween, as many people who dress up in costume also decide to wear coloured contact lenses as part of their look. You should be wary of them, however, as coloured contact lenses can blind you if they are not used correctly.
Read more27 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 more13 July 2021
Do night driving glasses help you see clearly while driving at night?
If you’ve ever driven a car at night you know how difficult it can be to see the road clearly sometimes. The lack of light makes it harder to see the road ahead, which is why many drivers and other road users are now looking for solutions, one of them being night-time glasses. The big question that remains, however, is do they actually work?
Read more06 July 2021
Summer 2021: How can you protect your eyes from the sun?
On the (unfortunately) occasional day the UK gets some sunny warm weather, we usually bring out the SPF to protect our skin from the harmful UV rays of the sun which could lead to skin cancer. But of course, we must protect our eyes from the sun too!
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.
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