COLOR VISION TEST (ISHIHARA)

Color vision test (Ishihara)

Have you ever wondered how we perceive colors and if everyone sees them the same way? Let’s learn one of the easy and commonly used colour vision tests, which is the “Ishihara Test”. The Ishihara colour vision test is a fascinating tool to screen the presence of red-green colour vision defects, it is based on … Read more

Pink eyes

pink eye

Conjunctivitis, sometimes known as “pink eye,” is an infection- or allergy-related inflammation of the conjunctiva (a thin, clear membrane that covers the inside of the eyelid and the white part of the eye). The pink eye comes in a variety of forms, some of which are extremely infectious and transmit quickly from person to person … Read more

CATARACT SCREENING IN INDIAN VILLAGES

Cataract screening

Cataract is one of the major eye health disorders in the World leading to blindness and India is no exception to it. According to NPCB, Cataract alone is responsible for 62.6% of blindness among the Indian population. Cataract comes under avoidable blindness, which can be successfully treated with a surgery. The lack of basic eye … Read more

Beauty and Safety: The Essential Guide to Eye Cosmetics and Ocular Health

Eye makeup and Eye health

Eye cosmetics are meant to enhance the appearance of the eye thus making it more attractive. It is believed that it boosts the confidence level of people. Currently available eye cosmetics in the market include liquid eyeliner, pencil eyeliner (Kajal), eyeshadow, glitters, eyebrow pencil, artificial eyelashes with glue, mascara, concealer, etc. Eye cosmetics are used … Read more

Protect Your Eyesight this Holi: Tips for Safe and Colourful Celebrations

Holi eye protecton

Holi is a celebration of colour, joy, getting together with family and friends, and food. Everyone in the nation is eager to celebrate Holi with their loved ones now that it is just around the horizon. Holi is a festival where people apply or throw colour at one other, yet most of us seldom ever … Read more

Computerized eye testing

Eye testing has come a long way since the traditional charts and lenses. The advent of technology has led to the development of computerized eye testing, which made the process of eye examination quicker. Is computerized eye testing always accurate? Computerized eye testing can predict the power of the eye accurately, but computerized eye testing … Read more

What to do about dry eyes at night?

Dry eyes can be a frustrating and uncomfortable experience, especially at night when it can make it difficult to fall asleep and wake up feeling refreshed. There are a few steps you can take to alleviate the symptoms of dry eyes and help get a good night’s sleep. Causes and solution of dry eyes at … Read more

Computer Vision Syndrome (Digital eye strain)

Technology has revolutionized the way we live and work, but it has also brought about a new kind of strain – digital eye strain. With the rise of smartphones, laptops, and other digital devices, more people are experiencing eye fatigue, headaches, and other symptoms of digital eye strain. What is Digital Eye Strain? Digital eye … Read more

How do you read your prescription for glasses

Ever wondered what the numbers and word in your spectacle prescription means? Reading a spectacle prescription can seem overwhelming, but it’s actually quite simple once you know what each part means. In this article, we will break down a typical spectacle prescription with an example and help you understand what it all means. Example prescription: … Read more