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Why you could be fined for driving with and without sunglasses

Adam Townsley

Author: Adam Townsley Date: 19 July 2022 Read time: 3 minutes

The summer heatwave has seen contrasting headlines warning that drivers could be fined for not wearing sunglasses and also fined for wearing the wrong kind of sunglasses at the wheel. If you’re in the dark over this issue, here’s some timely advice as temperatures rise and the sun beats down. At Scrivens Opticians and Hearing Care, Read more…
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How to protect your eyes from sun damage

Adam Townsley

Author: Adam Townsley Date: 23 June 2022 Read time: 2 minutes

As we enjoy sunnier weather, it’s a timely reminder that it’s not only your skin that can suffer from sunburn. Your eyes are sensitive to UV light, and so they can also suffer from sun damage. Summer weather can, of course, be unpredictable, but did you know that even on dull days, ultraviolet UV rays Read more…
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The Best Ways to Relieve Hay Fever Eyes

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Author: Adam Townsley Date: 19 May 2021 Read time: 4 minutes

The sight of spring blossoms and the prospect of sunshine and warmer weather are all signs that give us the feel-good factor. Unfortunately, they are also signs of hay fever season, which is a constant worry for a growing number of people. Pollen allergies are back and with it come symptoms including itchy, swollen, red Read more…
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How to prevent computer eye strain when working from home

Adam Townsley

Author: Adam Townsley Date: 12 April 2022 Read time: 4 minutes

As an eyecare provider for over 80 years, we understand the importance of taking care of your vision with safe practices and regular eye tests. In the evolving environment of working from home, screen time has skyrocketed. As a result, video call meetings and email communication has also increased. Eye strain from computers can be Read more…
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Spring/summer eyewear trends 2022

Adam Townsley

Author: Adam Townsley Date: 7 April 2022 Read time: 4 minutes

As an optical provider for over 80 years, at Scrivens we know that while our glasses are vital to help us see clearly, they also contribute to how the world sees us. Our glasses frame our face and let us express our personality through our choice of colours, patterns and shapes. Spring is here, the Read more…
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Benefits of taking action on hearing loss

Adam Townsley

Author: Adam Townsley Date: 24 March 2022 Read time: 5 minutes

At Scrivens Opticians and Hearing Care we have been treating hearing loss since the 1950’s. With this in mind, we have seen first hand the benefits of tackling hearing loss, and feel passionate about the importance of taking care of your hearing.  Hearing loss affects people’s quality of life in so many ways and now Read more…
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Raising Awareness of Glaucoma

Adam Townsley

Author: Adam Townsley Date: 7 March 2022 Read time: 2 minutes

It’s World Glaucoma Week (6 – 12 March) which is a global initiative to raise awareness of one of the leading causes of blindness. Closer to home it is a timely reminder of the benefits of regular sight tests which can detect this common eye condition that can cause loss of vision if not diagnosed Read more…
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Intelligent Hearing Aids – Five Things You Should Know

Adam Townsley

Author: Adam Townsley Date: 17 February 2022 Read time: 3 minutes

No longer confined to the realms of science fiction, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being harnessed to change how we live and work in so many ways. It’s certainly having an impact on hearing aids as these mini marvels continue to be  improved and developed with a range of features and benefits to suit people’s needs. Read more…
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Five Reasons To Have Regular Hearing Checks

Adam Townsley

Author: Adam Townsley Date: 2 February 2022 Read time: 3 minutes

With today’s busy lifestyles you’ll often hear people say there’s never enough time to get everything done. Some things we just put off or simply never get around to. Looking after our health should figure on the ‘to do’ list. That certainly goes for having regular hearing checks as, despite what you may think, hearing Read more…
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