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Diabetes and Your Eyes: Why Regular Check-ups Matter

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 24 November 2025 Read time: 3 minutes

Did you know that diabetes is one of the main causes of preventable sight loss in the UK? i It’s a sobering statistic that underscores just how important regular eye examinations are – not only for maintaining good vision but also for detecting early signs of diabetes before serious complications develop. At Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Read more…
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Cleaning Hearing Aids: A Comprehensive Guide to Care and Maintenance

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Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 14 November 2025 Read time: 4 minutes

If you wear hearing aids, you’ll know just how important they are to your daily life. These sophisticated devices help you stay connected with the world around you, but like any piece of technology, they need proper care to function at their best. That’s why cleaning hearing aids correctly is essential for maintaining both performance Read more…
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Driving and Vision: Improving Safety Behind the Wheel

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Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 6 November 2025 Read time: 4 minutes

Author: Kevin Gutsell President of ABDO   For many individuals, driving represents freedom, independence and quality of life. It provides access to employment, healthcare, social connection and leisure activities. However, safe driving relies heavily on visual performance. Optometrists, as eye care professionals, are in a unique position to advise, identify risks and recommend solutions that Read more…
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Driving and Vision: Improving Safety Behind the Wheel

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 6 November 2025 Read time: 6 minutes

Author: Kevin Gutsell President of ABDO   For many people, driving represents independence and quality of life. It enables mobility, employment, and social connection. However, safe driving depends heavily on vision. As eye care professionals, optometrists are uniquely positioned to educate patients, identify risks, and recommend solutions that preserve and possibly enhance and improve both Read more…
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Having THE Talk: How to Discuss Hearing Loss with Your Loved Ones

Karanveer Sohal

Author: Karanveer Sohal Date: 6 November 2025 Read time: 6 minutes

Over half the UK population aged 55 or more have hearing loss and this increases to 80% for people 70 years and over¹, yet it remains one of the most difficult health topics to discuss with family and friends. Whether you’re concerned about a loved one’s hearing or you’re experiencing changes yourself, these conversations can Read more…
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