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The importance of back to school eye tests

Karanveer Sohal

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

As the new school year approaches, parents are busy checking off their back to school to-do lists. New uniforms, fresh stationery and shoes are all common priorities. However, there’s one crucial item that often gets overlooked – the eye test. As experts in eye care, with more than 85 years of experience, at Scrivens Opticians Read more…
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Gaming and your hearing

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 13 August 2024 Read time: 4 minutes

As gaming continues to grow in popularity, concerns about its potential impacts on health have also increased. One area that has garnered attention is the effect of gaming on hearing. From the intense soundtracks of first-person shooters to the immersive environments of role-playing games, the auditory experience is a crucial aspect of modern gaming. With Read more…
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Why a digital detox is good for your eyes…and so much more

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 24 July 2024 Read time: 3 minutes

You might be surprised (or not) to learn that our screen time across different media platforms is as much as 6 hours and 37 minutes a day. With holiday season upon us, now is the perfect opportunity to consider putting down our smartphones and tablets and enjoy a digital detox.  At Scrivens, with more than Read more…
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Unleash your full potential – Why contact lenses are perfect for your active lifestyle

Adam Townsley

Author: Adam Townsley Date: 17 July 2024 Read time: 3 minutes

Get in the Game – Why Contact Lenses are perfect for Your Active Lifestyle Ready to up your game this summer? Whether you’re hitting the tennis court, teeing off on the golf course, or just enjoying a casual beach volleyball match, contact lenses can be a game-changer for your active lifestyle. Contact lenses offer several Read more…
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Top tips on how to unpop your ears

Karanveer Sohal

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

Many of us will be familiar with the uncomfortable feeling of blocked ears, especially in the summer months when we are more likely to be jetting off to warmer climates and enjoying splashing about in the pool. How’s best to unpop your ears – now that is the question? At Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, Read more…
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Understanding cataracts, the symptoms and treatment

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 24 June 2024 Read time: 3 minutes

Are you experiencing cloudy vision? Giving your spectacles a thorough clean might not be enough – the culprit could be cataracts. At Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, with over 85 years of experience in eye health, we specialise in detecting and managing conditions like cataracts. Cataracts are the leading cause of impaired vision, particularly as Read more…
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Be sun smart: choose your sunglasses wisely

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 22 May 2024 Read time: 3 minutes

When it comes to fashion accessories, sunglasses often steal the spotlight. From classic aviators to trendy oversized frames, sunglasses not only add flair to your outfit but also protect your eyes. Beyond just making a fashion statement, wearing sunglasses offers a myriad of benefits that extend far beyond style. Just as our skin is susceptible Read more…
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Why childrens eye tests are the smart choice

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 22 May 2024 Read time: 3 minutes

As parents, we all want our children to thrive in school, absorbing knowledge and growing into confident individuals. Yet, for some children, the educational journey can be fraught with challenges, hindering their progress and dampening their spirits. Have you ever considered that some of these struggles might stem from undiagnosed vision problems? According to the Read more…
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Contact lens myth-busting

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 15 April 2024 Read time: 3 minutes

Contact lenses can get lost behind the eye The simple answer is no. This is not possible as there is a membrane that covers your eyes and connects to the inside of your eyelids, preventing anything from getting behind your eye. Contact lenses can scratch or damage your eyes Irritation is a very uncommon effect Read more…
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Why regular eye tests for children are crucial

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 30 January 2024 Read time: 5 minutes

There is growing evidence that children are experiencing myopia – nearsightedness – in increasing numbers. It has raised concern among scientists who estimate that by 2050 half of the world’s population could be myopic, with a significant prevalence among younger generations. And in the UK alone, astonishingly, more than 1.6 million school-aged children in England Read more…
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