23rd to 29th September 2024 is National Eye Health Week

At Sight Support Derbyshire we see at first hand the challenges of living with sight loss. Some eye conditions cannot be prevented. However, looking after your eyes and taking care of your general health can help to prevent others, so it makes sense to look after them while you can. If you are concerned about any changes with your eyesight contact your optician straight away. National Eye Health Week is a great opportunity for us all to remember just how important it is to look after our eyes.

Looking after your eyes

Follow the Sight Support Derbyshire QUEST for healthier eyes:

QUit Smoking – the link between smoking and sight loss is as strong as the link between smoking and cancer

Eat healthily and take regular exercise – a diet rich in dark green leafy vegetables, brightly coloured fruit and vegetables and oily fish will provide your eyes with a feast of vital nutrients and anti-oxidants

Sunglasses – always protect your eyes in bright sunlight, wearing sunglasses which carry the CE or British Standard mark. Protect children’s eyes too – 80 per cent of the eyes’ exposure to harmful UV rays occurs in childhood.

Test – get your eyes regularly tested even if you don’t wear glasses, at least every two years. Eye tests are not just about whether you need glasses, they can detect changes in your general health too. If you haven’t had a test for a while, book one during National Eye Health Week.

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