Sun newspapers Wed 14 Nov 2012
Sun newspapers; NewspaperNT
2012-11-14
This publication contains may contain links to external sites. These external sites may no longer be active.
English
Community newspapers -- Northern Territory -- Darwin Region
Nationwide News Pty. Limited
Darwin
Copyright. Made available by the publisher under licence.
Nationwide News Pty. Limited
https://www.legislation.gov.au/Details/C2019C00042
https://hdl.handle.net/10070/242216
https://hdl.handle.net/10070/610119
Sun Newspapers WEDNESDAY, November 14, 2012. 17 See who the locals see Go with a local network of optometrists that bring quality eye care to the Northern Territory Book an eye health check today call 131 567 laubmanandpank.com.au 104 years of caring for eyes Laubman&Pank stock the latest designs LAUBMAN & Pank has been caring for you and your eyes since 1908. Optometry can be complicated so Laubman & Pank like to make it easy for you. Laubman & Pank optometrists check your eye health and recommend the right eye-care for you and your lifestyle, answering any questions you might have along the way. Laubman & Pank in-store stylists help you pick out the best frames for your look and lifestyle. Glasses or sunglasses, Laubman & Pank stock the latest designs from all the best brands including Ray Ban, Oakley, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana, Ralph Lauren, Versace and many more. So whats the best way to look after your eyes? Head into Laubman & Pank and see for yourself why theyve been around for 104 years looking after peoples eyes. Watch on eye health Vision loss is not restricted to the elderly Australians are quite complacent about it, but you need to get your eyes tested every two years DESPITE the common misconception, vision loss is not restricted to the elderly and can actually affect people at any point in their lives. The Eye Foundation CEO, Jacinta Spurrett, says eyes should be examined regularly to detect and prevent eye disease. Australians are quite complacent about it, but you need to get your eyes tested every two years, regardless of whether you have any symptoms or not, she says. Your optometrist can often refer you to an ophthalmologist. Its an easy test to have. Its non-invasive and takes about 20 minutes. Ms Spurrett says adults should wear sunglasses with proper UV protection to guard their eyes from damaging UV rays. A diet of leafy greens, such as spinach, and yellow vegetables, such as carrots and squash, also promotes healthy eyesight. Parents should be aware of the condition of their childrens eyes, particularly if there is a family history of eye disease. Symptoms to look out for in young children include rubbing the eyes, tilting their head for better vision, lack of concentration and complaining about headaches and blurred or double vision. Ms Spurrett says early detection and treatment is the best defence. Genetics can strike at any time. It can creep up on you. You can see well today and not so well tomorrow, she says. Common eye complaints include myopia, or shortsightedness; hyperopia, or long sightedness; astigmatism, or blurry sight; spots and floaters; cataracts; dry eyes; and glaucoma. If you notice any changes in your vision, you should visit your doctor, ophthalmologist or optometrist immediately. Details: eyefoundation. org.au.