Eye health

"It was the eye test that detected the glaucoma and saved my sight."

If you want to know more about an eye condition, our easy-to-read eye conditions guides are the best place to start .

Having an eye test at least once every two years should be part of everyone's health care routine. Many causes of sight loss are preventable if they are caught early by visiting an optician.

Being told you have an eye condition can be an anxious time. Our guide to coping with sight loss provides emotional and practical support.

We produce a number of magazines that are of interest to people working in the sight loss and eye health fields, as well as for parents and teachers.

Having an eye test

Regular eye tests can prevent sight loss. Our guide explains why to have a test, what to expect in an eye test and what to ask. Make sure your eyes are healthy - book an eye test today.

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.

Last updated: 29 June 2010

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