Eye health

"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.

Magazines from RNIB

  • NB is a must-have monthly magazine for sight loss and eye health professionals.
  • Insight is for parents and professionals working with children and young people with sight problems, including those with complex needs.

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How the eye works

The eye is a complex part of the body and knowing how it works can make it easier to appreciate what happens when something goes wrong. Our easy to read guide to how they eye works can help you understand your own condition better.

Smoking and sight loss

The link between smoking and the UK's leading cause of sight loss is as strong as the link between smoking and lung cancer. Take steps to stop smoking and keep your eyes healthy.

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Having an eye test

An eye test is a vital health check for your eyes. You should have your eyes examined every two years. Our guide to having an eye test tells you what to ask and what to expect.

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