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What is blue light and how can I protect my eyes from it? All about blue light and what it does to your eyes and visual comfort

A ZEISS expert explains what you need to know

Health + Prevention 19 Jan 2022

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How do I disinfect my glasses and how do I stop the lenses fogging up when wearing a face mask?

Learn why and how to disinfect eyeglasses, smart devices and other high touch items, and get tips on how to avoid fog...

Health + Prevention 1 Sep 2020

Tags: Sunglasses Distance Glasses and Reading Glasses

10 tips for healthy eyes How to prevent dry eyes and eyestrain.

Our eyes have never been under as much strain as they are today. Our modern lifestyle has meant that we hardly look i...

Health + Prevention 18 Apr 2019

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Glaucoma – all you need to know about the second leading cause of blindness Glaucoma is a serious eye disease that affects eye pressure.

Glaucoma is an umbrella term for a group of complex eye diseases that can lead to vision loss and blindness. It’s oft...

Health + Prevention 14 Mar 2019

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Why kids glasses should offer the best UV protection What all parents should know about protecting children’s eyes from harmful Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR).

It’s important to protect your child’s skin from Ultraviolet Radiation, but what about their eyes? BETTER VISION expl...

Health + Prevention 12 Mar 2019

Tags: Sunglasses Children's Glasses

Do your eyes twitch? Symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention

Twitching often occurs suddenly and is regarded as highly irritating. BETTER VISION explains the causes, how we can r...

Health + Prevention 11 Sep 2018

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What sunglasses are right for your favourite activity? There's a perfect pair of sunglasses for any occasion

Whether playing sports, spending time on the beach or heading up into the mountains – you'll find the perfect pair of...

Health + Prevention 27 Jul 2018

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UV protection in daily life Windowpanes, clothing and glasses – What blocks UV light? What doesn't?

What blocks UV light? Do windowpanes, car windows or spectacle lenses protect your eyes from UV radiation? What about...

Health + Prevention 27 Jul 2018

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UV protection and glare protection What’s the difference?

Many people think UV protection and glare protection are the same. But they’re actually two completely different thin...

Health + Prevention 6 Jul 2018

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Moderate to dense cataract Everything you need to know about operations, treatments and preventive measures

While cataract is a serious eye disease that could result in blindness if left untreated, it can now be safely cured ...

Health + Prevention 28 May 2018

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When do you need to protect your eyes from UV light? Optimal UV protection for all seasons

Ultraviolet radiation is always present, even when the sun isn't shining brightly. Effective protection from UV radia...

Health + Prevention 28 May 2018

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First aid for eye sunburn How to identify sunburned eyes and what to do about it

First aid for eye sunburn: How can you tell if your eyes are sunburned? How can sunburn damage your eyes? What emerge...

Health + Prevention 16 Apr 2018

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The benefits and disadvantages of UV light Why is it important? What are the risks?

UV radiation can damage the eyes and skin, and yet we can’t live without it. BETTER VISION explains: What are the dif...

Health + Prevention 14 Mar 2018

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Swollen eyes, dark circles, red and burning eyes Everything you need to know about possible causes and how to keep them at bay

Many people suffer from swollen eyes, dark circles, or red or burning eyes. What causes these symptoms?

Health + Prevention 19 Jan 2018

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How do you find a good optician? We'll tell you what's important – from the first eye examination all the way through lens fitting

Good opticians have certain things in common. BETTER VISION explains what sets a good optician apart from the rest – ...

Health + Prevention 8 Dec 2017

Tags: At the Optometrist

Glaucoma, cataract, AMD, etc.: eye diseases and how to catch them in time Symptoms, causes and treatments at a glance

Eye diseases can have an impact on our vision – and dire consequences for the way we perceive the world around us.

Health + Prevention 21 Nov 2017

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Conjunctivitis, styes, eyelid infection, etc.: The most common eye infections. Everything you need to know: Causes, treatment and prevention

Eye infections such as conjunctivitis, styes and eyelid inflammation are common and have a number of possible causes....

Health + Prevention 21 Nov 2017

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10 tips for wearing contact lenses What contact lenses are available, what can they do and what aspects are important to provide you with better vision?

Contact lenses and glasses make a good team. We have compiled a list of 10 tips for wearing contact lenses to ensure ...

Health + Prevention 21 Nov 2017

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Lens coatings: anti-reflective, hard layer, CleanCoat, etc. What lens coatings and differences in quality are there? What are the benefits of lens coatings?

Lens coatings act as a protective coating, transforming modern plastic lenses into strong everyday objects. How do th...

Health + Prevention 20 Nov 2017

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Dry eyes – what to do when they burn and get itchy? Dry eyes are a common reason for people to go to an ophthalmologist.

It burns, it itches, and it feels like tiny grains of sand are scraping over your pupils. More and more people suffer...

Health + Prevention 1 Nov 2017

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A checklist for buying new spectacles Glasses for near and far, varifocals, sports spectacles, reading glasses or glasses for the workplace: what do you need to know?

What’s important when you’re buying a new pair of spectacles? What mistakes should you avoid? What criteria apply to ...

Health + Prevention 1 Nov 2017

Tags: At the Optometrist

What's the right way to clean and treat your glasses? Tips for looking after your glasses

Dirty lenses not only look unattractive, but they are also irritating as they impair and hinder your vision. Let us e...

Health + Prevention 20 Oct 2017

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Tips for buying glasses: how to find the correct ones for you Two things are important when buying new glasses: optimum and relaxed vision as well as a great appearance.

Putting a lot of thought into the selection of new spectacles means that they will not only be eye-catching, but they...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

Tags: Progressive Lenses Distance Glasses and Reading Glasses

Individuality is the word Every eye is as unique as a finger print

Every eye is as unique as a fingerprint and has its own character. Indeed, no eye is identical with another. Only a c...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Here's how glasses can improve your wellbeing 10 tips for greater wearer comfort

Did you know that glasses can do a lot to improve your wellbeing? Here are our ten most important wellness facts – at...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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How should I take care of my prescription spectacle lenses? If you take good care of your spectacles, you'll find it easier to keep everything in focus. Here are our tips

Today's modern prescription spectacle lenses really are a miracle of technology. If you want to enjoy your spectacles...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Can the wrong pair of glasses or bad light damage your eyes? We'll tell you what happens when your eyes have to work too hard

Can you damage your eyes by wearing glasses that are not optimally fitted? What about if you read in poor light? Does...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Vision problems despite a new pair of glasses? You may have to get used to your new glasses to get the most out of them

Your new spectacles look stylish and fit you perfectly. The only problem: You still cannot see sharply. This conditio...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Why can vision problems be the cause of headaches? Millions of people suffer from headaches. No ailment is so widespread. What many people don't know is that a new pair of glasses can help.

Headache – a common ailment. Many sufferers could be helped if they went to an optometrist to have their vision teste...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Does reading in poor light damage your eyes? It's a popular myth that almost everyone has heard: reading in poor light damages your eyes. However, the latest studies show that this isn't true at all.

Almost everyone's been told it at one time or another: "Put the light on, you'll damage your eyes!" But there's no ne...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Health problem: watery eyes If your eyes are watery constantly, the cause may be an eye condition

Tears have a purifying effect. There is an enzyme in their fluid that hampers bacteria and stops infection. But if yo...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Are carrots good for your eyes? From a young age, we are told that carrots are good for our eyes. Unfortunately, this is only true to an extent.

Carrots are good for the eyes – or have you ever seen a rabbit wearing glasses to prove otherwise? Not only is this c...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Improved vision = improved quality of life Not all spectacles are equal

Not all spectacles are equal: Very small and very subtle differences distinguish a basic lens from a high-quality, cu...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Help, does my child need spectacles? Why it's so important for babies and children to have eye tests on a regular basis.

Strange as it may sound, it's never too early to have children's eyes examined. It's not always easy to detect whethe...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

Tags: Children's Glasses

A workout for your eyes Our eyes work hard every day. With a couple of simple sight exercises, you can relax your eyes and refresh your vision

A couple of eye relaxation exercises can go a long way to taking the load off your eyes. They only take a couple of m...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Questions to ask at your next eye appointment

ZEISS Questions to Ask at Your Next Eye Appointment. Going to the eye doctor should not be a one-way conversation. Th...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Tips for selecting an eye doctor

ZEISS Tips for Selecting an Eye Doctor. Choosing an eye care professional is an important decision. Learn tips for s...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Spectacle lens coatings should ideally be able to do everything BETTER VISION interviews the Product Manager for DuraVision® Platinum, the most robust ZEISS spectacle lens coating ever.

BETTER VISION asked René Stanke, the Product Manager for spectacle lens coatings, what modern spectacle lens finishes...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

Tags: Glass Finishing

Why good vision is so important If one sense is missing, the other senses have to take over the work. The eyes play an important role in this.

Humans have five senses: the eyes to see, the tongue to taste, the nose to smell, the ears to hear, and the skin to t...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Get the best protection for your eyes Very sensitive and completely irreplaceable: Hazards to the eye are manifold and can entail disastrous consequences

Hazards to the eye are manifold and can entail disastrous consequences. Anything could happen to our eyes in an insta...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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When spectacles are too tight. The best tips for relaxed vision and the perfect fit. Whether it's the sides, nose bridge or spectacle frames, there are several criteria that are crucial for optimal vision.

The spectacles are pressing against the sides of your head, seeing is strenuous, the nose bridge is uncomfortable. Wh...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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The right spectacle frames for children Making decisions is never easy. And it's not only the look that is important in the choice of spectacle frames for children.

According to statistics, approximately one in five children need spectacles. When choosing spectacle frames, parents ...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

Tags: Children's Glasses

Find out how mobile devices are changing our vision and challenging our eyes. Tired, irritated eyes, headaches and neck pain are typical symptoms of fatigued, strained eyes.

Tired, irritated eyes, headaches and neck pain are typical symptoms of fatigued, strained eyes.

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

Tags: Digital Lenses

Eye allergies – and fast remedies Effective therapies, effective protection

These days, more and more people are suffering from allergies – to pollen, for example. Our eyes often are usually th...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Are you over 40? Facts to know about age-related vision changes

Are you over 40? Facts to Know About Age-Related Vision Changes. We all have things to pay closer attention to after ...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Medicine can impair vision Care should be taken with some medicines. Under certain conditions they can damage your eyes.

If you experience vision problems, it is not always due to a problem with your eyes. Some medicines can also lead to ...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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Crystal clear advantages for spectacle wearers ZEISS cleaning wipes for prescription spectacle lenses and other optical surfaces

The pre-moistened lens cleaning wipes from ZEISS with their unique combination of active agents provide gentle and th...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

Tags: Lens Cleaning Solutions

ZEISS – Count on getting something extra every time For more than 160 years, ZEISS’ innovative drive has helped improve the world of vision

Innovations dot the over 160-year-long history of Carl Zeiss. This is true for development and technology in the fiel...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

Tags: At the Optometrist

How to keep your eyes healthy Our most important sensory organ needs to be protected and cared for. There are many things to consider in this respect.

Our eyes are constantly exposed to a number of environmental irritants – dust, UV rays, foreign particles and many mo...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

Tags: Prevention At the Optometrist

Why good opticians take time with their patients The first step towards the perfect pair of glasses

Patient history and needs analysis: What questions should an optician ask their patient? Why is this information so i...

Health + Prevention 16 Oct 2017

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