Category Archives: Eye injuries

Halloween warning about novelty contact lenses

Posted on October 21, 2016 by alexgageoptom

The dangers of wearing novelty contact lenses has been highlighted by the British Contact Lens Association as Halloween approaches. In recent years, novelty contact lenses have become a key component to thousands of party-goers’ costumes, with sales escalating around Halloween. … 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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Local optometrist urges people to avoid taking risks with their eyes on bonfire night

Posted on October 15, 2014 by alexgageoptom

As many will be preparing to join in bonfire night festivities, Sheffield based optometrist Alex Gage is highlighting the need to take safety precautions when using and watching fireworks. According to the Royal College of Optometrists, 10 people lose their … Continue reading →

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The importance of perfect vision for professional racing cyclists

Posted on July 8, 2014 by alexgageoptom

A Sheffield expert in Sports Vision was invited to meet the Movistar team ahead of the Grand Départ of the Tour de France. Alex Gage, an independent optometrist with practices in Woodseats and Crosspool, was invited to meet the riders … Continue reading →

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Sheffield Optometrist is a hit with GB boxers

Posted on May 14, 2014 by alexgageoptom

A Sheffield optometrist is celebrating his involvement with the GB Boxing team. Earlier in the year, the Olympic Boxing team, including Gold medal winners from the London 2012 Olympic Games, joined Alex Gage and Topcon Product specialist, Tim Cole for … Continue reading →

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Sheffield Optometrist Urges People to Protect Their Eyes On Bonfire Night

Posted on November 5, 2013 by alexgageoptom

Ten people each year* lose their sight as a result of careless behaviour around fireworks with a further 300 estimated eye injuries caused during the season of ‘Guy Fawkes’. Alex Gage Family Optometrist is urging people to take greater care … Continue reading →

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Sheffield optometrist’s Tour de Vision

Posted on June 29, 2013 by alexgageoptom

As excitement rises in anticipation of Yorkshire hosting ‘Le Grand Départ’ for the Tour de France in 2014, a Sheffield optometrist has reported an increase in sales of cycling lenses and cycling glasses.  “There is a real buzz in the … Continue reading →

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Watching 3D may help uncover eye disorders

Posted on January 18, 2011 by alexgageoptom

Further to warnings over Christmas about the potential damage caused to under 6’s eyesight by the new Nintendo 3DS console, the College of Optometrists has published a press release suggesting that watching 3D may be beneficial as it may help … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Alex Gage’s Blog

Posted on November 2, 2010 by alexgageoptom

Timely advice for my first blog comes from the Eyecare Trust who have issued the following eyecare alert for Bonfire Night; Every year 10 people in the UK lose their sight and 300 people suffer serious eye injuries as a … Continue reading →

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