The pandemic body: How we have changed physically and what to do about it
From heart to eyes, weight, skin, mental health and teeth, Covid-19 has affected us
Are there enough vaccinators for the peak weeks ahead?
As the campaign steps up, pharmacists have yet to administer a single dose
Optometrists warn of ‘out of control’ waiting lists for eye procedures
Some patients are waiting up to five years for cataract operations
Reopening retailers seek bailout package including rates waiver
Retail Excellence industry group also wants grants equal to 60% of rent to aid in Covid-19 recovery
Opticians unable to carry out full eye tests during an appointment
Reopening restrictions on Monday could result in extra fees, but will be at a reduced rate
Reopening Ireland Q&A: What will open next Monday and can I meet up with friends?
Lockdown easing begins on Monday, here’s what is scheduled to happen from then until August
Cataract surgery waiting times halved at State’s main eye hospital
Opening of new operating theatre at Eye and Ear Hospital cuts wait time to 12 months
Half of all children ‘have no public eye care’
Optometrists say waiting time for cataract surgery nine times longer for public patients
Fire brigade crews attacked while putting out Halloween bonfires
Optometrists association warns of dangers of illegal special-effect contact lenses
Nerf guns found to cause serious eye injuries and internal bleeding
Doctors recommend protective eyewear for children using toys that shoot foam darts
Eye strain in young people rising due to increased screen use
Opticians say incidence of early short sightedness in young people is on the rise
IRFU stance on goggles doesn’t make sense, say eye experts
Rugby governing body has opted out of protective eyewear trial on ‘safety grounds’
My Health Experience: Keep your sights on an early diagnosis
After developing cirrhosis of the liver from childhood jaundice, I was very health conscious which is how the AMD was discovered early
Outlook is brighter with diabetic retinopathy screening
When caught early, treatment for retinopathy is effective at reducing or preventing damage to sight
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