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News from Optometry Ireland

Eye experts warn against use of cosmetic contact lenses this Halloween

Issued by Optometry Ireland Monday, 28 October 2024. Eye experts warn against use of cosmetic contact lenses this Halloween Illegal contact lenses can damage eyes and even cause blindness Sale of unregulated contact lenses is illegal Optometry Ireland has strongly warned against the use of cosmetic or ‘fun’ contact lenses this Halloween.  Optometrists said there…

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World Sight Day 2024, Thursday October 10. Importance of children’s eye exams highlighted for World Sight Day

World Sight Day 2024, Thursday October 10. Issued by the Optometry Ireland Tuesday October 8, 2024. Importance of children’s eye exams highlighted for World Sight Day Good vision essential for children to learn, play and thrive Parents have been urged to keep a close eye on their children’s vision – as early detection of conditions…

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Parents urged to ensure children are ‘eye-ready’ for the classroom

Parents urged to ensure children are ‘eye-ready’ for the classroom Poor eyesight affects learning in school Parents have been urged to ensure that their children’s eyesight is classroom ready – as families gear up for the full return to school and homework this week. Optometrists have warned that poor eyesight can affect learning and lead…

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WORLD OPTOMETRY WEEK 2024

WORLD OPTOMETRY WEEK 2024 Issued by the Optometry Ireland Tuesday March 19, 2024. Optometrists want to end geographic lottery in children’s eye-care Irish Optometrists have said they can enable equal access to eye-examinations for children in all regions of the country – to mark World Optometry Week which takes place this week (March 17-24). Optometry…

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