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30 September 2021
The short and long term impact of COVID-19 on your eyes
Over the past 18 months, COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on the world and has affected all of us in many different ways. Some of the most common COVID symptoms are now widely well known, such as a fever, cough, shortness of breath and the loss of smell and taste. How COVID can affect the eyes, however, is less well known – nevertheless, studies have shown that COVID does have some form of impact on the eyes. In this piece, we will explore how COVID affects the eyes and what impact it can have in the short and long term.
Read more23 September 2021
National Eye Health Week 2021: 4 habits to follow for healthy eyes
This week (20th – 26th September) is National Eye Health Week in the UK! Here at Ultralase, we understand how important it is to keep your eyes healthy. In honour of National Eye Health Week, we will be exploring a few healthy habits you can incorporate into your lifestyle that promotes good eye health. Here are our 4 tips on how to look after your eyes:
Read more16 September 2021
Fresher’s Week 2021: What impact does alcohol have on your eyes?
Fresher’s Week 2021 is almost here! With many universities starting the new academic year either this week or next week, hundreds of thousands of students will soon be setting off for a new chapter in their lives – ready to start their degree, make life-long friends, and party a little too hard (!). Speaking of partying, we all know that excessive alcohol consumption can be detrimental to both our physical and mental health. However, did you know that alcohol misuse can also harm your eyes too? Read on to discover how alcohol can affect your eyes, and why you should cut down on your alcohol intake for the sake of your eye health.
Read more09 September 2021
What is long-sightedness (Hyperopia)?
Long-sightedness (known in medical terms as hyperopia or hypermetropia) is a common refractive error that makes distant objects appear clearly, but nearby objects appear blurred. It’s one of the four main types of refractive errors: long-sightedness, short-sightedness (myopia), age-related long-sightedness (presbyopia) and an unevenly curved cornea (astigmatism).
Read more02 September 2021
How does the weather in Autumn affect your eyes?
The nights are getting longer, the days are getting colder, and we’re bringing out the jumpers from the back of our wardrobes… Autumn is almost here! It’s time to get a lot cosier as the seasons start to change, and soon we’ll be bundled up indoors with a warm mug of hot chocolate in our hands. However, the changing weather can have a negative impact on our eyes. Read on to discover some tips and tricks you can follow to prevent any possible eye irritation this autumn.
Read more25 August 2021
Is bad eyesight genetic? Do you inherit your eyesight problems?
Many of our characteristics – our hair, skin, and eye colour – are passed down to us from our parents. Our parents can also pass down certain illnesses and diseases through our genes, and this can include our eyesight. Eyesight can be heavily influenced by genetics, while there are also environmental factors that can determine how good our eyesight will be. We may not be able to challenge our genetic predispositions, but we can follow a healthier lifestyle to ensure we prevent certain eye diseases as much as possible.
Read more19 August 2021
How to tell which eye is your dominant eye
We all know that most of us tend to have a dominant hand that we use for writing and that we use one half of our body more than the other. However, the human body also has a dominant eye. Figuring out which one of your eyes is the dominant one can help you during certain activities such as shooting, photography or sport. Whether you’re looking to improve your performance or you’re merely curious, there are a few easy tests you can complete to find out which eye is your dominant eye.
Read more12 August 2021
Are LED lights really that bad for your eyes?
LED lights have been around since 1962 and are known for being a much more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional incandescent light bulbs. On top of being more energy efficient, they’re also more cost effective and can light up any room in a variety of colours. It might sound too good to be true, and that’s because it is! Recent studies have shown that LED lights emit blue light that can damage our eyes. However, the effects of LED lights are not too damaging as long as your screen time is kept in moderation.
Read more10 August 2021
Night Blindness (Nyctalopia): What is it, what causes it and what can you do about it?
Night blindness (Nyctalopia) is a condition that inhibits your ability to see clearly at night or in poor lighting, similar to the lighting found in dimly-lit restaurants and cinemas. There are a variety of different causes and treatments for this condition, and the treatment you require depends on identifying what is triggering the condition.
Read more03 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.
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