Eye Health Week focuses on eye exam benefits

Optical organisations have come out in force to back this year's National Eye Health Week with new findings, resources and media appearances.

Organisers said this year's event, running from September 17-23, was also expected to be supported by an increasing number of optical practitioners.

The College of Optometrists reported how five million people in the UK may have gone 10 years since having an eye exam.

'Most people will probably be fine but it's worth remembering not every eye condition has symptoms so regular check-ups, unless otherwise advised by your optometrist, are vital to maintain healthy eyes,' said College clinical adviser Dr Susan Blakeney.