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Public Health Agency urges people to look after their eyes

The Public Health Agency (PHA) is highlighting the importance of looking after your eyes through all stages of life, including booking your regular eye tests and going to get your eyes checked if you notice worrying symptoms or changes in your eyes. One local woman, who wishes to raise awareness, has shared her story after being diagnosed with a serious eye condition. Gail Cairns first experienced vision loss, headaches and eye pain, but waited a week before visiting her optician. The Optician, Sam Baird, was able to carry out detailed scans and immediately referred her to hospital. Thanks to

Diabetic eye screening programme (5 leaflets and 2 flyers)

People with diabetes are invited to attend the Diabetic Eye Screening Programme and the ‘What you need to know’ leaflet is sent with the invitation. The screening service is free and part of their overall diabetes care.

Diabetic retinopathy occurs when diabetes damages the small blood vessels in the part of the eye called the retina. These blood vessels can become blocked or leaky, affecting how the retina works. Sometimes abnormal new blood vessels grow, which are weak and can bleed easily.

In the early stages, these changes will not normally affect your sight. However, if left untreated, the retinopathy may get worse and your vision may be affected.

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