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Eye Myths, Superstitions and Cultural Beliefs
Cultural myths and superstitions about the eyes can influence the way we approach eye health and eye care. Read about some of these interesting beliefs here.
The History of Glasses
From “reading stones” to cutting edge technology – how history has shaped your spectacles. It’s hard to imagine a world without certain things. The internet, cellphones, cars … but imagine how differently we would experience all of these things if the humble...
Adapting to the new normal – with glasses
How to keep your glasses and eyes safe in a post-Covid world While we’re lucky in New Zealand to be relatively safe from the spectre of Covid-19, we still need to keep up the new health and hygiene practices as we transition to a safer way of living and working. Many...
Keeping you safe at Level 2
What to expect when we open again As Greenlane Penrose Optometrist, along with hundreds of other businesses, prepares to reopen in Level 2, we’ve put together a roster of health & safety practices to ensure we’re keeping you safe when you visit us. Here’s what you...
Vaccines and your vision
While we seem to have dodged the worst of Covid-19 in New Zealand, we’re now relying on finding a vaccine before we can expect to travel, work, and play as freely as before the pandemic. Although hotly debated, common vaccines are to thank for the reduced incidence of...
Set up for success: how to avoid eye strain while working from home
You may have already noticed the need for a spine-friendly seat in your home office, especially after a long day of working slouched on the couch or hunched over a makeshift desk on the kitchen bench. But a proper work setup isn’t just to benefit your back – it’s also...