January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness worldwide. In South Africa, the impact of glaucoma is significant, with an estimated 5% of people over the age of 40 affected by this...
World Sight Day 2024: Prioritising Eye Health for a Brighter Future World Sight Day is a global event dedicated to raising awareness about blindness and vision impairment, and in 2024, it falls on Thursday, 10 October. At Optic Edge, we believe that good vision is a...
National Eye Care Awareness Month: 5 Ways to Keep Your Eyes Healthy 20 September – 17 October is National Eye Care Awareness Month – a perfect time to focus on one of our most precious senses: sight. At Optic Edge Optometrists, we are dedicated to...
3 Common Myths About Eye Health When it comes to eye health, there’s no shortage of myths and misconceptions. Understanding the facts is crucial to maintaining optimal vision and overall eye health. In this blog post, we’ll debunk three common myths about eye health:...
Blue light lenses, also known as blue light blocking lenses or computer glasses, are eyeglass lenses that are specially designed to filter out or reduce the amount of blue light emitted from digital screens, such as those from smartphones, computers, and tablets. Blue...
Cataract Awareness Month is an observance held to raise awareness about cataracts, a common eye condition that affects millions of people worldwide. The month is dedicated to educating the public about cataracts, their causes, symptoms, prevention, and available...
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness worldwide. Read more →
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, and it serves as an important reminder of the connection between diabetes and eye health. Read more →