2018 was our most sustainable year to date. In 2018 we made it our mission to reflect on how we could better protect our planet, consume less and offer more responsibly sourced products. 2018 was the year we took big steps to reduce our environmental footprint. Unfortunately, we work in a sector that can never…
Hayfever affects a whopping 25% of us. It’s uncomfortable and can cause itchy, red, puffy and watery eyes. For some, it’s a real misery. The culprit is pollen. Pollen enters the body through our mouth, nose and eyes. In people who suffer from hayfever, their bodies immune system identifies this pollen as a harmful invader.…
Eyecare Experts: Here at Reynolds & Slater we are proud to have been serving our local community with innovative, independent eyecare for over 37 years. Looking back over those 37 years , our eyecare services have always been at the forefront of medical advancement within eyecare. From back in the 1980’s where we were the…
Healthy vision is an important part of your child’s development. It’s particularly important to identify any issues with eyesight early and treat them promptly. You should have your child examined regularly by an optician to ensure that their sight is developing correctly and no action is needed. Parents or family members are best-placed to spot…
As optical industry-advancements continue to develop, the amount of contact lenses on the market increases. There are a huge range of contact lenses available, dependent on what they’re required for and the preference of users – such as whether you’d rather use daily disposables or keep the same pair for a longer period of time.…
Myopia is a highly common eye disorder, with experts estimating that up to 1 in 3 people suffer from the issue. Find out more about myopia, what causes it and how to seek treatment in our helpful guide here: Everything You Need To Know About Myopia What Is Myopia? Myopia, also known as short-sightedness or…
An annual eye-exam can be daunting, particularly if you’ve not been to visit your opticians in many years. However a basic eye exam is completely routine and nothing to worry about. Find out what to expect during your annual eye exam here: What To Expect During Your Eye Exam: Your typical eye exam will last…
Why are our children becoming more Shortsighted? By 2050, it is estimated that 56% of Europeans will be short sighted. The number of people with myopia (short sight) is rapidly increasing within our nation and as a species. In 1958, 10-20% of the population of China was myopia. In 2012, this figure had risen to…
There has been increasing pressure on the government and the DVLA in recent years to raise awareness of the laws surrounding vision and driving and to tighten the regulations on visual standards for driving. Why – because 2900 road casualties a year are caused by drivers having poor vision. “2900 road casualties a year…
Eye exams are a routine series of tests carried out by your optician to determine the condition of your eyesight. The tests involve the ability to focus on objects and assess your general vision through a series of tasks and examinations. It is strongly recommended that most people get their eyes tested every two years,…