A Vision Of Good Health

My Weekly’s favourite GP from TV and radio writes for you.

We all value our sight – but Optegra’s recently published Vision of Britain report shows we don’t always treat eyes with the respect they deserve. Your GP can often help with eye problems, and can refer you to a specialist if you need further tests.

The Department of Health recommends a child’s vision is screened when they’re four. It’s essential not to miss this – 80% of what we learn is through sight. As adults, we should have our eyes checked by an optician every two years (or more if recommended) – yet only 38% of Britons do. If you wear glasses, a change in eyesight can mean they don’t work as well, and you may be prone to headaches and blurred vision – yet under half of people with spectacles get an eye check every two years.