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Eye health & vision aids: Opticians’ role

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Soundings contributors Bob & Gill talk to two optometrists to find out more about the services you can expect when you visit a high street optician. Everyone needs eye tests to check for common eye diseases and, if you have some sight, you can also access advice on vision aids, whether these are glasses, magnifiers or better home lighting.

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Regular eye tests are vital to check eye health and receive advice, even if you are visually impaired
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  • Bob is semi-retired and has his own business working in motor sport logistics. He also produces radio shows, podcasts and recordings for broadcast radio and various charities.

    Gill is a retired primary school teacher who became involved in audio for the visually impaired through volunteering for a local sight loss charity; initially on their Talking Newspaper team.

    They are both passionate about producing entertaining and informative audio for the visually impaired. Sound and Vision is the banner name which covers the magazine shows, podcasts and other audio recordings that they produce for a variety of organisations.
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