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Eye Health
Plain-language eye-health information, written for a general audience and reviewed editorially.
When to seek care urgently. Some eye problems need to be assessed straight away. If you have sudden loss or sudden change in your vision, severe eye pain, an eye injury, or a chemical splash in your eye, seek immediate care from a qualified medical professional or your nearest emergency department. Do not delay to wait for an online answer.
Articles
Reviewed public information articles are being prepared. This section will publish plain-language eye-health explainers, each with a named reviewer, a publication date and its sources.
Further reading
- World Health Organization - Blindness and vision impairmentThe WHO fact sheet on blindness and vision impairment, including global context on prevention and care.
The information on this website is provided for general education only. It is not a diagnosis, not medical advice and not a substitute for an examination by a qualified eye-care professional. If you have a concern about your vision or your eyes, please consult a registered ophthalmologist or another qualified professional.