An uncorrected refractive error has been reported to occur in up to 15% of South African children. It can cause poor academic performance, poor self-confidence, and a poor quality of…
The most common cause of itchy eyes is ocular allergies. The allergy itself is usually not a serious problem but the associated eye rubbing has the potential to cause serious…
Thermal and chemical injuries to the eyes can result in irreversible damage to the ocular surface. Prevention of these sorts of injuries is always better than cure, so it is…
YES, a comprehensive eye examination can be lifesaving as it can reveal systemic diseases and conditions. The eye is the only place in the body where a doctor can have…
How to keep your eyes beach-ready this holiday season:• Avoid touching your eyes.• Do not rub your eyes when you get out of the swimming pool or the ocean.• Repeated…
Are you looking forward to a warm and bright December? Remember to care for your eyes in our harsh southern hemisphere sunshine. • When buying sunglasses make sure they are…
With Summer holidays just around the corner, be sure to protect your eyes while swimming in the sea or pool• Reduce the risk of infections caused by water-borne bacteria by…
Diabetes mellitus can have damaging effects on your kidneys, vessels, heart, and on your eyes as well. Thus, if you are a known diabetic patient an annual ocular health examination…
Allergic eye diseases cause itchy eyes and may also lead to brown discoloration of the eyes. It usually starts in early childhood and continues into the late teens and early…
Strabismus or squint is a commonly encountered condition in childhood in which the eyes are not well aligned. It may be present all the time or occasionally. It may be…
14 Hertz Boulevard
Vanderbijlpark 1911
South Africa
14 Hertz Boulevard
Vanderbijlpark 1911
South Africa
