At The Optometric Centre (TOC) we are passionate about eyecare and vision loss prevention. These articles give you information so you can empower yourself to take care of your eyes!
Our latest posts!
- Diabetes – It’s more than sugar!
- Glaucoma – The Thief of Sight!
- Cataract – What exactly is a cataract?
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Welcome!
Embarking on a Visionary Journey: The Birth of The Optometric Centre Every venture has a story—a narrative that unfolds the dreams, aspirations, and a deep-rooted passion that propels it into existence. For Lesley and Niall, the founders of The Optometric Centre, the journey began with a shared vision of transforming eye care into an experience…
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80% of all vision loss is preventable!
Unlocking the Power of Prevention: Defying the Odds Against Vision Loss In healthcare, there’s a profound truth that often goes unnoticed—the majority of vision loss is preventable. An astounding 80%! Let’s look into this fact and understand how the journey to preserving eyesight begins with proactive choices. The Alarming Reality: A Call to Action Vision…
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Cataract – What exactly is a cataract?
If you think a cataract is a film that grows over your eyes, you are not alone! Many people think this is a cataract. However, a cataract is something that grows IN your eyes! Our eyes are nature’s camera, and they have a lens inside to focus on all the many things that we look…
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Glaucoma – The Thief of Sight!
Glaucoma has been called the thief of sight as it seems to rob you of your vision, but did you know that it changes your vision 5 years before you even notice? Read on to learn about this possible devastating eye disease. Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can cause someone to lose…
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Diabetes – It’s more than sugar!
Have you been told you have diabetes? Did the news shock you? Many people get told they have diabetes before they even know they have a problem! Let’s look at some early signs and what we need to do to manage this disease. Some signs that happen in early diabetes are: Drinking more water Going…