Expert eye & hearing care blogs

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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.

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.

Are you experiencing cloudy vision? Giving your spectacles a thorough clean might not be enough – the culprit could be cataracts.

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.

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.

We hear many misconceptions when it comes to contact lenses, from ‘they can get lost behind your eye’ (they can’t!), to ‘I’m too old or too young to wear contact lenses’ (you aren’t!). So we’ve put together the most common myths and our myth busting information for each, so you can feel confident in contact lenses.

There is growing evidence that children are experiencing myopia – nearsightedness – in increasing numbers.

It’s such a problem that it’s causing alarm among scientists who estimate that by 2050 half of the world’s population could be myopic, with a significant prevalence among younger generations.

This year, once again, a number of Scrivens Branches participated in taking part in Alzheimer’s Society Christmas Fundraiser – ELF DAY!

This was a fantastic opportunity for us to get in the festive spirit and raise awareness of the link between hearing loss and dementia whilst raising funds for Alzheimer’s Society.

Contact lens wearers in particular, will face multiple challenges during the colder weather due to lower levels of humidity and a reduction in daylight hours, subsequently resulting in eye strain, discomfort and potential eye infections. In addition to this, central heating and fireplaces can make matters worse, however there are measures you can take to avoid such issues: