Driving, Vision and Road Safety

The importance of vision for driving, and road safety for navigating the complexities of traffic cannot be over emphasized.

Laser Peripheral Iridotomy

Laser peripheral iridotomy is the treatment for angle-closure disease. During the procedure, your eye doctor will use a laser to create a tiny hole in the coloured part of your eye, the iris. This little hole provides an alternate drainage pathway for the fluid inside the eye. Remember, this impaired fluid drainage can lead to an increase in eye pressure, leading to glaucoma.

Sunglasses: All you need to know

Sunglasses protect the eyes from harmful UV rays of the sun, and are not just a fashion accessory. In addition, they also cut of glare, making vision more comfortable in bright light.
In fact, wearing sunglasses can help ward off the following serious problems.