Quarter of UK population endanger vision in downturn
james A quarter of the UK population could be endangering their vision because of the financial downturn according to Action for Blind People (ABP). The charity is calling for people to…
Sight-Saving Drug for Patients in England.
Patients in England suffering from a disease which causes blindness are to get access to a sight-saving drug. The Lucentis drug treats 'wet' age-related Macular Degeneration, the leading cause of…
Public Ignorance to UV damage
We are becoming more conscious than ever of the damaging effects of the sun on our skin; excessive UV radiation can be life threatening, this is the leading cause of…
EU Driving Licences to Feature Eye Test Results in a Bid to Reduce Road Traffic Accidents
A new EU legislation passed in the EU Parliament in 2006 will require new EU driving licences to carry details of a driver’s eyesight including their prescription (Rx) details. Coupled…