During the festive period we spend time with our family and throughout the year, every month, every week, every day for some. We chat, catch up on news, what the kids have been up to, what our plans are for the year ahead…but our health, in particular our eye health, may not always be the topic of conversation
Research has shown that the most common vision problems among children and adults such as cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration can run in the family. Genetics also play a role in vision problems that occur in otherwise healthy eyes. The list includes strabismus (cross-eyes), amblyopia (lazy eye) and refraction errors such as myopia (short-sightedness), hyperopia (long-sightedness) and astigmatism..
It’s therefore good to talk; to your mum, dad, gran, brother, any member of your family and find out about their eye health.
Knowing, gives you the information to help protect you and your family from future issues. This information and regular check-ups with your local optician can result in early diagnoses and treatment which means a better outcome for all.