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What is a Pterygium and how is it treated?
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What is a Pterygium and how is it treated?
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October 2, 2018
Wellie’s grandmother had beautiful eyes, or so Wellie thought. They were a mixture of brown, grey and green and depending on how the light fell, they ...
12+ tips to prevent eye injuries
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12+ tips to prevent eye injuries
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September 11, 2018
Have you ever seen someone with an eye patch and wondered... “What in heavens name happened to that guy?” Curious, you saunter over to the person. You...
Frequently asked questions about contact lenses
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Frequently asked questions about contact lenses
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September 4, 2018
IN THE PAST, spectacle corrections used to be the correction of choice. With the advent of modern technology, people are now choosing contact lenses a...
Playing computer, video games and eyestrain
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Playing computer, video games and eyestrain
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August 28, 2018
Teenagers and kids, this article is for you. Of course there are many young adults who should also read this. I used to love playing computer games ev...
Vision problems and learning disability
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Vision problems and learning disability
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August 14, 2018
It is estimated that 80 per cent of children with a learning disability have an undiagnosed vision problem. August is the vision and learning month. I...
FAQs about conjunctivitis
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FAQs about conjunctivitis
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July 31, 2018
1. What is the cause of conjunctivitis? Conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the thin transparent membrane covering the inside of the eyelids and the...
Three ways to prevent eye strain
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Three ways to prevent eye strain
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July 24, 2018
I remember when I was a kid, most of my peers saw pretty well. Most of us didn’t need glasses then. By the time we hit about 40, things started to cha...
Vision problems and learning disability
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Vision problems and learning disability
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July 17, 2018
It is estimated that 80 per cent of children with a learning disability have an undiagnosed vision problem. August is the vision and learning month. I...
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Have we no police, courts, gov’t or values?
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June 15, 2018
Have we, the people of St Vincent and the Grenadines, no police force, no courts, no Government? A ridiculous question it might seem, but very relevan...
Guard yourself against ‘Red Eye’
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Guard yourself against ‘Red Eye’
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June 12, 2018
It’s so hard to believe that even now in November 2017 we are still seeing many cases of viral conjunctivitis, otherwise known as the ‘Red Eye’. This ...
How smoking can affect our vision
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How smoking can affect our vision
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May 29, 2018
Hi Readers, May 31st was declared “No Tobacco Day” by the WHO. Smoking is associated with a lot of health risks, including blood circulatory problems,...
What is pseudomyopia?
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What is pseudomyopia?
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May 22, 2018
Dear Doc, Whenever I wear my glasses I tend to want to take them off after a short while. The funny thing is that I do see a bit better with the glass...
Epidemic Keratoconjunctivitis
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Epidemic Keratoconjunctivitis
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May 15, 2018
Dear Doctor, I had the red eye. It kept me down for over two weeks, but it’s over now. However, I’m still seeing blurry. Why is that so? Dear Patient:...
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Over-the-counter eye products
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September 23, 2014
Dear Doc, I have a problem with my eyes. What can I buy from the drugstore? Sounds familiar, doesn’t it? Some eye ailments can be handled with over-...
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How do I protect my eyes from glare?
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September 16, 2014
Dear Doctor, My question has to do with protection from glare. I was advised to get anti-reflective lenses because of my sensitivity to glare. However...
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Understanding causes of dark circles under eyes
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September 2, 2014
Dark circles under the eyes can be a very disturbing phenomenon. Ladies seem to pay more attention to them than men. This is because dark circles can ...
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Healthy recipes for your eyes
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August 12, 2014
Hello Readers, Let’s face it. As much as we talk about healthy living, some of us do not always practise what we preach. Recently, a patient of mine...
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ABCs of eyesight
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August 5, 2014
With school just around the corner, parents are busy getting their children ready. Books, book loan schemes, uniforms. You name it.{{more}} In the hus...
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Protection from glare
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July 15, 2014
Dear Doctor Onu, I was advised to get anti-reflective lenses because of my sensitivity to glare. However, I have some colleagues who have purchased su...
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Is your eye pressure really under control?
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July 1, 2014
She looked up at me with tears brimming in her eyes and said "Doctor, but I did all the right things. I used the drops as you said, I followed up from...
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Using eye drops correctly
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June 24, 2014
Using eye drops correctly can save you time, hassle and pain. If you use the appropriate technique, you can administer eye drops both comfortably and ...
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How to use your eye drops
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June 17, 2014
A wise man once said "practice makes perfect.” Another wise man countered that by saying "no, practice makes permanent.” Dear Readers, Time and ag...
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Grilled chicken and mango on baby greens
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June 3, 2014
Hello Readers, I hope you enjoyed last week’s recipe. Here is another one especially rich in: vitamin C, vitamin E, lutein/zeaxanthin, folate, and z...
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Healthy eating for healthy eyes
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May 27, 2014
Did you know that eating nutritious and healthy foods is beneficial to your eye health? If you like cooking, you should try out this recipe that I fou...
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Eye contact
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May 20, 2014
How often have you heard it said: “Your eyes are the window to the world.” As eye care professionals, we usually say it when we refer to diseases ...
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Am I too old for cataract surgery?
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May 6, 2014
Dear Dr Onu, I am 85 years old and I was diagnosed with cataracts several years ago. Recently the doctor said that the vision in my right eye is 20/20...
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Testing your peripheral vision
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April 8, 2014
Let me show you how to test your peripheral vision by yourself. Please bear in mind that this is a rough test. You can only use it for gross defects i...
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Signs to look out for
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April 1, 2014
If you are like most parents, your child’s eyesight will be of the utmost importance to you. When evaluating your child for vision problems or dysle...
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The Astigmatism Test
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March 25, 2014
Hello again. Thanks for the excellent feedback on last week’s peripheral vision test. I am encouraged to include another test. {{more}} The Astigmat...
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World Glaucoma Week March 9-15, 2014
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March 13, 2014
The week, March 9th to March 15, has been designated World Glaucoma Week by the World Glaucoma Association and as such, I am pleased to put the topic ...
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10 signs that you need an eye exam
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March 4, 2014
"Your eyes are the windows to the world." This saying is not just a cliché. Most people underestimate the importance of having good eyesight. Whether...
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New hope for patients with limited vision
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February 11, 2014
Doctors in Virginia, USA, have successfully found a way to implant a telescope into a patient's eye to improve vision in macular degeneration. This im...
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Chemicals and your eyes
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February 4, 2014
When you take into consideration the number of chemicals found in everyday products, chemical injuries to the eye are common and not surprising.{{more...
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A blessing in disguise
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January 28, 2014
Just the other day, a patient showed up in my office after accidentally spraying a chemical into her eyes.{{more}} After checking her eyes, my initial...