"It was the eye test that detected the glaucoma and saved my sight"
Use our easy-to-read guides to find out about eye conditions.
Having an eye test at least once every two years should be part of everyone's health care routine. Every year, 12.5 million people who need to, do not have a regular eye test. Many causes of sight loss are preventable if they are caught early - regular eye tests are the best way to do this. Find out more about visiting an optician.
Being told you have an eye condition can be an anxious time. Feelings of worry and uncertainty about the future can be hard to cope with. Accurate information on your eye condition can help at this difficult time. Our guide to coping with sight loss provides emotional and practical support.