Navigating the world of health insurance and eyewear can be a daunting task. But knowing your entitlements and understanding how to access these benefits can help you save money and maintain good eye health. In this article, we discuss health fund eyewear, how to determine your eligibility and the advantages of no-gap spectacles. What is Health Fund Eyewear? Health fund eyewear refers to prescription glasses, sunglasses and contact lenses that are partially or fully covered by your private health insurance.
22 March 2023
If you've been diagnosed as suffering from the formation of cataracts, you may have heard that macular degeneration is also a risk. Could these conditions be linked in any way, and if so, what should you do about it? What Is a Cataract? Firstly, it's important to understand that these diseases affect separate parts of the eye. A cataract is a clouding of the lens, which can happen as people get older.
20 July 2022
There are some conditions that can be masked by putting something on. Baldness can be concealed by wearing a hat, but the underlying cause won't be affected. Conversely, some conditions can be managed by putting something on—namely a pair of glasses. This can be the case with some forms of esotropia, which is when the eyes are misaligned. Esotropia leads to one eye (or both eyes) turning inward, giving a person a cross-eyed look.
31 August 2021
Without your eyes, life can be quite difficult. You may not even be able to accomplish the majority of the day-to-day activities without help. Therefore, you need to understand some of the most common ways your eyesight can compromise. This includes a lack of proper eye care, failing to visit an optometrist early when your sight is ailing and failing to understand an underlying condition that could harm your eyesight
11 January 2021
Many people use the name ophthalmologist and optometrist interchangeably. You may even be guilty of doing the same yourself. The reality is that few people can distinguish between the two. The one thing everyone knows is that both of these medical professionals provide eye care. The difference is in the level of training and expertise. What Does an Optometrist Do? An optometrist will take care of the primary eye care functions.
24 September 2019
When you go to your optometrist for your prescription glasses, you know testing will happen. This testing usually consists of checking your current prescription against your current vision level. You may have a simple glaucoma test as well to rule out any issues. One test that may be mentioned is a retinal imaging screening. Here are the reasons you should have this test for your prescription glasses and how the test can affect your prescription.
23 April 2019
Summer is here, and everyone is excited about the holidays. There are so many fun outdoor activities to engage in such as road trips, family barbeques, beach sports, and swimming. As you come up with exciting ways to spend time with friends, family, and loved ones, you should also take care to protect your eyes as well. Between the hot summer sun and the numerous outdoor activities, the eyes are bound to suffer exposure to contaminants.
20 November 2017