What is it? Diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes. It is caused by high blood sugar levels damaging the back of the eye (retina). It can cause blindness if left undiagnosed and untreated. How diabetes can affect the eyes The light sensitive cells found in the retina convert light into electric signals. These signals […]
All About Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
What is it? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common condition affecting the central part of your vision. It is the leading cause of severe vision loss in adults over 60. It occurs when the small central part of your retina, known as the macula, wears down. It doesn’t cause blindness but it can make […]
Bird Watching- The ‘Smart’ Way
We hope you enjoyed Diana’s last article, who offered us some really handy gardening tips, especially for those who may struggle with their sight (if you missed it you can find it here). Here is a little update from Diana, let’s see what else she’s been up to in her garden during lockdown… Hi i’m […]
All about…cataracts
What are they? A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye which leads to a decrease in vision. Cataracts often develop slowly and can affect one or both eyes. Over time these patches usually become bigger causing blurry or double vision, halos around light, trouble with bright lights, and trouble seeing at […]
Eye Facts: Glaucoma
What is it glaucoma? Glaucoma is a common eye condition where the optic nerve, which connects the eye to the brain, becomes damaged. It is usually caused by fluid building up in the front part of the eye, which increases pressure inside the eye. Glaucoma can lead to loss of vision if it’s not diagnosed and treated early. […]
Broccoli helps to saves eyes
Whether you savour its favour or only tolerate it when covered in gravy on your Sunday lunch, love it or hate it, there is no denying that broccoli in all its green glory certainly packs a punch when it comes to its health properties. It’s fair to say it has some pretty impressive benefits for […]
Agreement between ophthalmologists and optometrists in the certification of vision impairment
Sight Sight Cymru funded research which has allowed for this paper regarding CVI (Certification of Visually Impaired) to be published. The paper investigates the certification process that is undertaken within the UK to register patients as impaired or severely sight impaired that is currently carried out by consultant ophthalmologists. The research assesses the agreement between […]
Living the good life – Gardening Tips by Sight Cymru’s Diana Evans
In these difficult times there is a little light that can help and give you a rosy glow. Getting back to nature can give you a little lift when you see the first green shoots appear through the dark soil with a promise of vegetables for the future. The harvest is the achievement of your […]
New Chief Executive Officer for Sight Cymru
Dr Bablin Molik will start as Chief Executive Officer at Sight Cymru in November 2019. Her academic and research background in vision biology and glaucoma made her a well suited fit within sight loss sector. She has been working with Sight Cymru for 6 years and has led on numerous strands of work including developing […]
This is great news for children with severe learning needs in Gwent!!
SenCom saved as Gwent leaders commit to delivering service until 2022 By Niall Griffiths @niallgriffiths South Wales Argus CHILDREN with severe learning needs in Gwent will continue to receive specialist support from a regional service until 2022. The future of SenCom, which helps youngsters with hearing, communication and visual needs, had been shrouded in uncertainty […]