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Cataract Awareness Month

Cataracts are a clouding of the lens. They develop gradually, (in early stages there may not be noticeable changes in vision). Symptoms may include, but not limited to, blurry vision, sensitivity to light and halos.

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  • November 14th 2022

    Challenging the Nerd Emoji

    Lowri Moore, the British schoolgirl who got Disney to create a heroine with glasses in their hit Encanto, has set her sights on challenging the popular “nerd face” emoji, which she says perpetuates stigma against…
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  • November 14th 2022

    Alcohol and Sight

    Running from the 11-16th of November, Alcohol Awareness Week sheds light on the effects of alcohol consumption and how to make changes if you need. The theme of this year’s campaign focuses on the idea…
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  • October 14th 2022

    Stay Spooky & Safe: Cosmetic Contact Lenses and Halloween

    As we reach the end of October and Halloween, with all its excitement arrives, we wanted to share advice on keeping your eyes safe if you use cosmetic contact lenses. In today’s article we look…
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  • October 5th 2022

    How to Complain Politely

    It goes without saying that, generally speaking, society does not like a complainer or being labelled as one. However, when things do not go to plan voicing a complaint here and there ends up becoming…
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  • September 7th 2022

    The Importance of Eye Health and Examinations

    This September witnesses the return of National Eye Health Week by My Vision Matter. Now in its X year, campaign promotes the importance of good eye health and the need for regular eye tests for…
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  • September 7th 2022

    Know Your Numbers 2022

    In today’s article, we explore the effects high blood pressure can have on vision and you can get involved with the “Know Your Numbers!” campaign.
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  • August 11th 2022

    Training With Nockolds

    In our latest blog, we dive into our training processes and how they can help you and your team as a professional.
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  • August 11th 2022

    Myopia Awareness Month

    August marks the start of Myopia Awareness Month which aims to increase awareness of Myopia and encourage parents to take their children for regular eye examinations. In today’s article, we share the story of the…
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  • June 8th 2022

    Complaints for Continuous Improvements

    Whilst they may not seem remotely positive at first glance, complaints provide optical practices with valuable customer feedback.
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  • June 6th 2022

    Keeping Your Eyes Healthy In The Summer

    In today’s blog we share 8 tips on keeping your eyes safe during this sunnier time of year.
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  • May 26th 2022

    What is Mediation and What Isn’t Mediation?

    One of the biggest challenges that we face is awareness of our service and what mediation can do for those involved with a complaint. In today’s article, we examine what mediation is and isn’t.
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  • May 25th 2022

    How Our Mediations Service Can Reduce Stress

    In today’s article we look at the negative impact that complaints can have and how mediation can help to reduce stress whilst finding a solution.
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