Protect your eyes
When outside, it is important to protect your eyes from UV rays (sunlight). These can damage the eyes and cause vision loss. To find out more visit our 'Save your sight' section.
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Vision Initiative
A partnership promoting eye health and vision care
In Australia, 75% of blindness and vision loss is avoidable or treatable.
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Health professionals play a critical role in the prevention of avoidable vision loss. Learn more
The Vision Initiative program aims to raise awareness of eye health and vision care to those at-risk of vision loss and to health care professionals.
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GP training updated
GPs can now access a new version of the online education module titled ‘Common eye conditions’. It contains up-to-date information on eye health and vision care and a section on ‘red eyes’.
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The number of people living with vision loss is expected to be over 800,000 by 2020.
Regular eye tests can detect problems early and provide the best chance for treatment.
Eye tests can be booked directly with an optometrists or by referral by your doctor or optometrist to an ophthalmologist.
If you have low vision, services are available to help you continue enjoying an active and independent life.
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2015 - Community Service Announcement (CSA)
With John Clarke and Bryan Dawe
