How to keep your eyes healthy 16 Mar, 2018
From all of our 5 senses, our eyesight is probably the most precious one. In order to maintain good general health, we must eat and sleep well, practice regular exercise, protect ourselves from harmful substances and more. Believe it or not, our eyes require just as much care and attention. With that in mind, we have …
The first exam of the year shouldn’t be in the classroom 02 Feb, 2018
The back to school season brings a flurry of emotions for parents of school aged children. It’s also a time associated with the outlay of various expenses as parents and children alike wish and often need to begin the new year with new uniforms, stationery, books and a long list of other requirements. But …
Summer Holidays Essentials 12 Dec, 2017
No doubt Australians love their summer holidays. With the warmer days now upon us, we’ve decided to put together a handy list of summer holidays “must haves” to make sure you don’t leave anything behind when packing for your next summer adventure. Our list comprises essential items to help you stay protected, and to look …
Hay fever and how to deal with it affecting your eyes 29 Aug, 2017
Are you experiencing itchy eyes, an irritated throat, sneezing, a blocked or runny nose? Many of us welcome Spring, while others dread it. That’s because they know they’re in for months of hayfever. Hay fever is an allergy caused by pollen that affects many people to varying degrees. Its effect on the eyes …
Handy guide to find the best contacts for your lifestyle 30 Jul, 2017
There are few things that you cannot do while wearing contact lenses. Contacts are easy to wear, feel virtually weightless and can correct your vision with minimal interruption to your daily life. Contact lenses are an excellent alternative to glasses for outdoor activities because they’re not as vulnerable to damage or dislodgement in rough-and-tumble activities. …
Something is wrong with my child’s eyes, what can I do? 31 May, 2017
At EyeQ Optometrists, we get many questions from parents who have children with red or sore eyes. Here are some common scenarios we see and what you can do to help your child. Conjunctivitis Conjunctivitis is when the white part of the eye becomes inflamed and red. This is most commonly caused by allergy, …
