Regular eyesight tests could cut hundreds of road accidents, says HSA and the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) (1). Also drivers who have glasses or contact lenses must wear them say the two organisations and these messages apply to both private drivers and those who drive with their job.
Millions of UK drivers continue to break the law, putting themselves and others at risk because their eyesight is below the safe minimum standard. Last year HSA and the IAM launched an awareness campaign to highlight the importance of regular eye tests for drivers, as 1 in 10 would actually fail a driving test if they re-took it today because of poor eyesight (2).
Computers are the No. 1 method of communication today. Consequently, we may be spending up to eight hours or more a day in front of a computer either at work, or as a home-based business. In addition, we strive to strengthen the security of our data through newly acquired software. Conversely, what steps do we take to secure and strengthen our eyes? After all, the strain imposed upon them subtly creeps up and we find it more and more difficult to read the small print. Thus, the importance of eye exams cannot be overstated. Yearly check-ups should be a part of our overall desire to keep our eyes in focus.
Glaucoma is an eye disorder in which the optic nerve suffers damage, permanently damaging vision in the affected eye(s) and progressing to complete blindness if untreated. It is often, but not always, associated with increased pressure of the fluid in the eye (aqueous humour).[1] The term 'ocular hypertension' is used for cases having constantly raised intraocular pressure (IOP) without any associated optic nerve damage. Conversely, the term 'normal' or 'low tension glaucoma' is suggested for the typical visual field defects when associated with a normal or low IOP.