Jessica was a writer on the Wellness team, with a focus on health technology, eye care, nutrition and finding new approaches to chronic health problems. Expertise Public health, new wellness ...

In a somewhat paradoxical twist, a few extra minutes of screen time can now actually help, rather than hurt, your eye health. That eye-catching claim has become a reality courtesy of the FDA, which ...

I was about eight years old when I first got glasses. My mum had noticed me starting to shuffle ever closer towards the television, squinting at the screen, to watch Pokemon. I was reading Jacqueline ...

As millions of Brits face rising living costs and energy bills, it's understandable why many might delay visiting the opticians. Although necessary, sight tests often cost anywhere between £20 and £77 ...

With millions of Britons grappling with the cost of living crisis and soaring energy bills, it is hardly surprising that many are putting off trips to the opticians. While essential, eye examinations ...

How to get a free eye test Some may be able to get a free eye test if they meet certain eligibility requirements, for example: - Dependent on your age - if you're under 16, aged 16, 17, or 18 and in ...

Diabetes is a health condition that can affect many parts of the body, including the eyes. Routine eye exams can help identify the early stages of eye problems and protect a person’s vision. As such, ...