Eyesight is one of our most valuable assets – which is why we created the EyeQ Blog. Packed full of expert advice, the EyeQ Blog is another way we help you take care of your family’s eye health, through all of life’s stages.
28 Oct, 2020
On a constant basis at EyeQ Optometrists Kiama we have patients coming into the practice, indicating that their glasses are not sitting straight on their face, a screw has come loose, a lens is falling out and many other complaints.
30 Sep, 2020
At any given time, 15 per cent of Australians seek pain relief medication to soothe headaches, making them one of the most common health complaints. In addition to this, a whopping 4.9 million Australians suffer from migraines, characterised by more
26 Aug, 2020
It is estimated that 1 in 5 people in Australia suffer from Hay Fever, and while many of us welcome Spring, if you are that 1 person in 5, perhaps you dread the Spring months because of it. Hay fever
26 Aug, 2020
As we near the end of winter, we always like to use Spring as an excuse to update our eyewear – Designers generally release new collections for the Spring / Summer seasons, and the fabulous new styles, shapes and colours
30 Jul, 2020
Aussies in most states across the nation have swapped their summer wardrobe for scarves and woolly coats for the last two months of winter…but before you rush to pack away your sunglasses, it’s important to consider the harmful impact UV
30 Jul, 2020
Many Australians assume eye problems come with ageing and can’t be prevented, however 90% of eye-related problems are preventable with early detection. Recent research conducted by Optometry Australia for the 2020 Vision Index has revealed that more than a third
04 May, 2020
For most of us, digital devices have a strong and growing presence in our lives. Computers, tablets, smartphones and other electronic devices with visual displays can all cause tired eyes and digital eye strain, or what’s known as ‘computer vision
09 Dec, 2019
Planning your next, or even first tattoo is always fun. As the popularity has grown in recent years tattoos are now part of the mainstream and are finally being recognised as a genuine form of self-expression with a multitude of
19 Oct, 2019
Cast your memory back to 2015 when the year’s biggest debate (almost) centred around whether a dress worn by a wedding guest was white and gold or black and blue. Remember the one? Well now science is able to offer
18 Jun, 2019
During colder months kids are spending more time indoors and on their devices. Although it may seem unavoidable it is important to encourage some good habits. The World Health Organisation has issued its first ever guidance for how much screen
Our contact lens provider Alcon is experiencing delays fulfilling orders due to a cyber-security incident involving their freight partner, Toll Group. These delays are across their entire network of optical retailers in Australia. We apologise for an inconvenience caused and encourage you to contact your local EyeQ practice for any urgent requirements.