General Election 2024: Two Public Eyecare asks from Optometrists
General Election 2024: Two Public Eyecare asks from Optometrists Optometrists urge candidates commitment to an over 8s public eyecare programme Call on parties and candidates to back viable fees for public eyecare schemes Launching eyecare priorities for General Election 2024 today, Optometry Ireland (OI) has urged parties and candidates to commit to two key public…
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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…
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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