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Ford has joined forces with Cambridge University to gain a better understanding of visual impairment issues that come with an aging society and to use digital tools to better design vehicles for those with vision problems.

Recent results on the driving standard from the over 55s in Mayo were extremely worrying and dangerous. Six out of 10 patients tested required spectacles for driving, however only two in 10 were wearing spectacles; that is a shocking four in 10 over 55s with vision which is below the legal standard.

Actress Kara Tointon teamed up with Specsavers Athlone as they launched the nationwide search for the Spectacle Wearer of the Year 2011. With the closing date for entries just around the corner, Specsavers is urging any budding models from Athlone to get involved and enter this year’s competition.

Worshipped since the dawn of civilisation, the sun symbolises life itself. Its energy is synonymous with rejuvenation, good health, beauty, and sport. The sun, however, is not without its dangers with its intense rays. It can lead to unpleasant red eyes and potentially more serious damage, even blindness. Your optometrist can advise which type of sunglasses to protect your eyes generally, or for specific sports or occupational needs. Children in particular are extremely sensitive and without protection are all the more susceptible to long term damage. The eyes of a child under the age of 10 transmit over 75 per cent of UV radiation compared to 10 per cent in adults over the age of 25. Photochromatic lenses such as Transitions are very useful. They darken when outdoors according to the light intensity, then change back to clear when indoors. Clear high impact lenses such as Airwear also provide 100 per cent UV protection, especially for active children.

People will often self prescribe with ready readers and use it an excuse not to have an eye test. In my experience people will pick a stronger lens. People think if it magnifies it more, they are getting a better quality set of spectacles but that is not true. Choosing a spectacle off the shelf which allows you to read certain text size does not mean that it is the correct strength. It is important that the reading correction be balanced for both eyes and that the magnification is exact in order not to cause eyestrain that may result in accelerated deterioration.

Mongey Opticians, who have practices in Ballinrobe and Castlebar, outline the different contact lenses on the market.

The recent spell of good weather has sent patients in their droves into Mongey Opticians looking for prescription sunglasses.

At Athenry Opticians, Ailbhe Ní Ráighne and her staff pride themselves on the friendly, relaxed, atmosphere within the practice and the rapport they have with their patients.

Today sees the launch of a new and exclusive range of frames to Specsavers in Athlone. GW by Gok Wan showcases 30 different styles to create an iconic range of fashionable designer frames at an accessible price (€149).

An Athlone opticians is launching an urgent appeal for old and unwanted pairs of glasses in the run-up to Christmas.