This year's National Eye Health Week (NEHW) will take place from 23-29 September 2024, promoting the importance of good eye health and the need for regular eye tests for all.

Two million people in the UK are living with sight loss that is sever enough to have a significant on their daily lives.  National Eye Health Week promotes the importance of good eye health and the need for regular eye tests for all. 

Other key steps you can take to maintain good eye health include:

• Quit smoking
• Protect your eyes in bright sunlight and/or glare.
• Eat healthily and exercise regularly
• Wear safety goggles to protect your eyes while doing DIY, gardening, sporting activities and/or in the workplace if required.
• Take regular and short breaks if working at a computer screen, phone or tablet.

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