Eye Conditions - Ian Donald Optometrist

Our top tips for summer eye health

Whilst proactive eye protection is crucial all year round, our tendency to spend more time out and about in summer means it’s particularly important this time of year. Exposure to Ultraviolet (UV) radiation may have a serious impact on your eyes – along with sunlight, chlorine and other factors common to summer activities. Here’s what you should know about summer eye health.

Post Pandemic eye health review

Whilst there has been discussion about the impact of the pandemic on our physical and mental health, there has been less of a focus on ocular health – but it is equally important. In our annual wrap for 2021 we focus on the year’s potential impact on your eye health, we take a look back at our activities this year and we introduce something may be the ideal Christmas gift to yourself.

Eye health and macular degeneration

With decades of experience in optometry, the team at Ian Donald Optometrist knows that to keep your eyes in the best possible condition, regular eye tests are crucial. Macular degeneration for instance is a condition that is often permanent and irreversible – and it may develop without any initial symptoms. Detecting macular degeneration early will give you the best chance of retaining optimal eye health.