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Protect your eyes from the sun all year round

13/10/2016

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Most people associate dangers from the sun and sunglasses with summer time. This is generally true but the sun poses just as much risk to us in winter, both directly and indirectly.

Glare or dazzle has been shown to cause more vehicle accidents than ice during winter time. When the road is wet and the sun is low in the sky we can often be caught unawares when encountering such a scenario without sunglasses.
The perfect antidote to this is a high quality pair of polarised sunglasses, which can be made to one's individual prescription.


What dangers are we exposed to when we spend long periods outdoors? We’re all aware of the dangers the sun poses to our skin, even in a moderate climate like we have here, but what about our eyes?

Ultra-violet (UV) radiation from natural sunlight can damage to the tissues of our eyes causing discomfort and reduction in the quality of our vision. But what is UV light and more importantly what can we do to protect ourselves, our eyes and vision?

There are three types of UV light; UVA, UVB and UVC. UVC is mostly filtered out by the ozone layer in the earth’s atmosphere. UVA and UVB can cause damage to our eyes when exposed for prolonged periods without proper sun protection. This can lead to discomfort in the short term but over time can cause permanent changes to the eyes such as cataract and retinal damage which ultimately affect our sight.

In order to protect our eyes from the damage that UV radiation causes, other than staying indoors during the day, we should wear sun protection in the form of sunglasses.

Sunglasses should absorb 100% of UVA and UVB offering full protection from these harmful rays and the damage they can cause. For those who spend a lot of time outdoors a wrap around design offers a more complete coverage, shielding the eyes from all angles.

Polarised sunglasses remove annoying glare. Glare occurs when light is indirectly reflected into our eyes, such as when driving on a wet road with the sun in front of you. Polarised, colour enhancing sunglasses have been shown to improve road safety in the US. Try a pair on and you’ll immediately notice the difference they make.

So if you’re planning to head abroad this summer or you’re getting active in the mountains or on the sea, investing in a quality pair of sunglasses is one thing that can give peace of mind and help to fully enjoy life in the open air.


We have an extensive range of high quality sunglasses in store with lenses that offer the required protection. Sunglasses can also be made to your own prescription so everyone can benefit from clear vision and complete eye protection.
Come visit your local opticians in Ratoath, Co Meath and we'll be happy to discuss your options with you.


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Back to School. 

13/10/2016

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Back to school is a busy time of year for most parents and very often one of the most important things can get overlooked - getting your child’s eyes tested. Good vision is vital for any child going to school. Without it everyday tasks like reading the board, using computer screens and doing homework can become difficult and ultimately lead to under-performance. 

Joseph Lee, owner and optometrist at Ratoath Eyecare opticians in county Meath recently carried out vision screening in a number of schools. He said “I found that in primary schools almost 30% of children had an undetected visual issue. This ranged from a mild prescription through to some kids who had no useful vision in one eye and required immediate treatment.”

Squint (a turning of the eye) is usually obvious to parents, teachers and health-care workers but there are other problems that may go unnoticed. A lazy eye, short-sightedness and long-sightedness are all common problems that if undetected can lead to blurry vision, headaches and poor concentration. An annual eye test will spot these issues and resolve them before they cause problems. 

If your child is having vision problems, headaches or if there is a family history of eye conditions make sure to get them checked out. Call us on 01 689 5566 to make an appointment. HSE vouchers for all areas are accepted and can be used towards the cost of glasses and lenses
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