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Tips for healthy vision in the digital age

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 9 May 2025 Read time: 4 minutes

Our eyes are the window to our health. That’s why prioritising the health of our eyes should be part of our everyday routine for our long term wellbeing. Some of the better known conditions include dry eyes, cataracts, age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma. Today, we’re also seeing unprecedented rates of digital eye strain due to Read more…
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Working from home and digital eye strain

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 30 April 2025 Read time: 2 minutes

Working from home is fast becoming a popular choice with employers and employees alike. With our increased reliance on computers, laptops, tablets and smartphones it’s important to understand how these devices are effecting our eyes and what we can do to avoid digital eye strain. When working from home, we don’t tend to take as Read more…
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Embrace active ageing – Why life after 60 could be your most active yet

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 1 April 2025 Read time: 3 minutes

As we welcome longer, brighter days, there’s never been a better time to reset our activity goals and step outside from the cold, dark days of winter.  And we shouldn’t let age be a barrier to ‘active ageing’. In fact, according to fascinating new customer research from Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, those in their Read more…
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You’re Never Too Young to Love Your Hearing

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 20 February 2025 Read time: 3 minutes

This World Hearing Day we are sounding the alarm about protecting your hearing health – no matter your age. At Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, with over 85 years of experience as a leading hearing care specialist in the UK, we’re witnessing a concerning trend that affects not just older adults, but increasingly, our younger Read more…
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Top Foods for Better Vision and Night Sight

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 17 January 2025 Read time: 5 minutes

During the winter months it is almost impossible to avoid driving in the dark. Looking after your eye health is not only key to helping you achieve better night vision, but it’s good for your overall wellbeing too. At Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, we have over 85 years of experience helping people care for Read more…
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How to Unblock Your Ears: Essential Winter Tips

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 13 January 2025 Read time: 4 minutes

As winter viruses sweep across the UK, many of us are experiencing that frustrating sensation of blocked ears, which can be both uncomfortable and concerning. In rare cases, a viral infection like the common cold or flu, especially when left untreated, can result in complications that lead to hearing loss. At Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Read more…
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Frames for party season – your festive eyewear guide

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 5 December 2024 Read time: 2 minutes

The season of ‘sparkle and shine’ is upon us, and choosing the perfect glasses can elevate your festive look from ordinary to extraordinary. With over 85 years of experience at Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, we’re excited to share our top 4 festive favourite frames that will add glamour to your party season ensemble. Carolina Read more…
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Is your partner really ‘tone deaf’ or is something else going on?

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 30 October 2024 Read time: 3 minutes

Ever asked your other half to take out the rubbish, only to be met with a blank stare? You’re not alone. We recently surveyed our customers about their partners’ ‘selective hearing’, and the results were eye-opening. Men, it turns out, are apparently three times more likely to be ‘tone deaf’ to household requests than women! Read more…
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Improving eyesight for driving in the dark

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 10 September 2024 Read time: 3 minutes

As the days get shorter, many of us find ourselves experiencing higher anxiety as we spend more time driving in the dark.  Whether it’s the evening commute or a nighttime road trip, driving in the winter months can present some unique challenges – and risks – when it comes to our vision and safety. While Read more…
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See the beauty of the great outdoors with prescription sunglasses

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 5 September 2024 Read time: 2 minutes

One essential item for your outdoor activities and adventures, all year round, is a pair of high quality sunglasses. Whether you’re on holiday, playing sports, driving or enjoying a day trip, sunglasses and polarised sunglasses can improve clarity, comfort and protection – not during just the summer months, but as the seasons change and in Read more…
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