Category Archives: Eye Disorders

Congratulations, Cara on your 20th anniversary of joining us!

Posted on January 9, 2019 by alexgageoptom

Congratulations to our Practice Manager, Cara (pictured centre with Alex and Sarah Gage) who has celebrated 20 years of loyal service with us. Cara Smith joined our Chesterfield Road, Woodseats practice in 1998 and was promoted to Practice Manager in … Continue reading →

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Focus on your eye health during National Eye Health Week

Posted on September 1, 2017 by alexgageoptom

Regular check-ups are essential to protect our vision and overall health yet many of us don’t take the time to think about the importance of caring for our eyes, says Alex Gage as National Eye Health Week approaches (18 – … Continue reading →

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Alex Gage boosts awareness drive for Glaucoma Awareness Week

Posted on June 13, 2017 by alexgageoptom

In a bid to show his support behind the National Glaucoma Awareness Week campaign that began yesterday, Alex Gage is working alongside the International Glaucoma Association (IGA) to educate people about the importance of a regular eye health check as … Continue reading →

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Here’s some advice for hayfever sufferers

Posted on June 6, 2016 by alexgageoptom

As the hayfever season is nearing its peak, with oilseed rape causing misery to many, a family optometrist is offering expert advice on how to care for your eyes. Hayfever can be of particular nuisance to contact lens and glasses … Continue reading →

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Hayfever explained in this great infographic

Posted on May 12, 2016 by alexgageoptom

Thanks to the College of Optometrists for sharing this simple guide to hayfever  

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Parents advised of 3D warning signs for children’s vision

Posted on May 11, 2016 by alexgageoptom

With the 3D version of the children’s classic, The Jungle Book, just launched, we’d like to urge parents to ensure that children have regular eye examinations and to share this video from the Association of Optometrists

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Why Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month is Important to Everyone

Posted on May 11, 2016 by alexgageoptom

Prevent Blindness America (PBA) has designated April as Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month in an effort to educate women about the steps they can take today to help preserve vision in the future. Of the 4.1 million Americans age … Continue reading →

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The benefits of omega 3 for healthy eyes

Posted on March 23, 2016 by alexgageoptom

As Good Friday, the day when it is common to eat fish, approaches we are encouraging people to make small changes to their diet to help protect their eye health and to be mindful of the eye health benefits which the essential … Continue reading →

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Alex Gage conducts a second screening with GB boxers

Posted on September 24, 2015 by alexgageoptom

A Sheffield optometrist has followed up his work with the GB Boxing Squad and recently conducted a second series of sports vision assessments. Alex Gage, who owns practices in Woodseats and Crosspool, specialises in Sports Vision and is one of … Continue reading →

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Sheffield Optometrist reminds sun seekers to look after their eyes

Posted on June 25, 2015 by alexgageoptom

As the long school summer holidays approach, a Sheffield optometrist is alerting people to the danger that the sun’s rays pose to eye health. Alex Gage, who owns practices at Woodseats and Crosspool, says: “People know the dangers of hot … Continue reading →

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