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Rest Your Eyes, Refresh Your Vision!

Today is a public holiday, the perfect time to give your eyes the break they deserve! Less Screen Time – Step away from your phone or laptop and enjoy the outdoors. Blink & Breathe – Relax your eyes with frequent blinking and deep breaths. Sleep Well – A good night’s rest helps reduce eye strain and keeps your vision sharp. Take care of your eyes today, and they’ll take care of you tomorrow! Wishing you all a restful holiday and a great weekend ahead! link slot

Eye Health Myths – Debunk common myths

Myth 1: Only older people need eye tests Truth: Eye exams are essential at every age!Eye problems aren’t just for the elderly—children, teens, and adults can all develop vision issues. Conditions like short-sightedness (myopia) often start in childhood, while digital eye strain affects many working adults.Even if your vision feels fine, regular check-ups help detect silent conditions like glaucoma, which can develop without noticeable symptoms in the early stages. When was your last eye test? Book your appointment at Specsavers Opticians Zimbabwe today!

LOVE YOUR EYES AT WORK

Whether you work in an office, factory, or shop, clear and healthy eyesight boosts productivity, improves wellbeing, and helps prevent injury. It really can be that simple! Love Your Eyes at Work is a call to action for employees, human resources teams, occupational health officers, and employers to prioritize eye health — because it benefits everyone. Did you know? Millions of workers worldwide struggle with poor vision.Many are forced to leave the workforce early due to vision impairment.Global productivity losses from vision problems total an estimated US$ 411 billion annually.143 million people of working age are living with moderate or severe vision impairment.There’s a huge opportunity to unlock economic productivity and drive global progress by addressing eye health in the workplace. Take the first step to better vision! Book an…

National Eye Health Week

It’s time to put your eye health first! National Eye Health Week is all about raising awareness of the importance of regular eye tests and maintaining good eye health. From detecting early signs of conditions like diabetes and glaucoma to ensuring your vision is clear, routine eye exams are a vital part of overall health.At Specsavers Opticians Zimbabwe, we’re committed to helping you protect your vision and provide expert care every step of the way. Book your eye test today and take a proactive step towards better eye health!

Causes of Myopia

Certain risk factors may increase the likelihood of developing near-sightedness. If one of your parents is short-sighted, your risk of developing the condition is increased. The risk is higher if both parents are short-sighted. Prolonged reading or other close-up activities. Screen time — using computers or smart devices for long periods increases the risk of developing short-sightedness. Lack of time spent outdoors.