Night driving trouble after 40: Causes and treatments
Do you find that you’re squinting at road signs in the dark and blinking at glare from oncoming headlights? Night driving may get tougher with age, but you can still get behind the wheel safely.
Eyesight by age
We're all susceptible to different forms of eye problems over the course of our lives. Some we may inherit and others will develop with age. Find the relevant age category and discover the eye conditions that could affect you or your loved one. By knowing the signs and symptoms will help you detect changes early on making it easier to prevent or manage eye conditions.
Why young people should be mindful of their vision on the road
Driving requires full focus and clear vision in order to safely get where you’re headed. Learn five reasons young people are at higher risk than other drivers, including lack of experience and the likelihood of distraction, as well as tips on how they can safely join the driving community.
Common vision problems seniors face when driving
Poor vision has a more significant impact on seniors than younger drivers: It’s harder to see at night, road signs are fuzzy, and even reading gauges on the dashboard can be a challenge.
Children’s vision problems
Children can’t always tell if they have a problem with their eyes. Here are some common issues and signs for parents to look out for.
Myopia Over 40: Can You Also Develop Presbyopia?
Have you noticed your eyesight declining when trying to read a book or a text on your phone; or perhaps you have started to struggle to read a restaurant menu? It could be a natural change known as presbyopia, and it is very common as you reach your 40s and 50s.
How to recognise if your child is short-sighted
Known as a refractive error, short-sightedness in children can be caused by heredity. However, there are other factors also at play such as environment and lifestyle.
How to tell if your child has a sight problem
Problems with your sight can occur at any time so as a parent it’s important that you’re aware of any changes or issues with your child’s vision. Let's take a look at why eye tests are important for children, some of the key signs to look out for and common eye conditions
Teenagers and eye conditions
The typical lifestyle of a teenager is a busy one, eye and vision conditions shouldn’t hinder them.