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  Myopia is a highly common condition that affects a sizable amount of people in this modern world, and according to the Ministry of Health, Singapore has one the of the highest prevalence of myopia; around 65% of the children having myopia by 12 years old and 83%  of young adults having myopia.    Myopia to the general public may not seem to be a serious cause of concern. However, there is a strong misconception that there are no associated risks or complications when one is diagnosed to have Myopia.   Being the leading cause of visual impairment and blindness across the..

Dry eyes can lead to soreness, irritation, or even eye pain - but many of us might be living with this condition without even realising it. Learning to recognise its causes, symptoms, and side effects is crucial to maintaining our eye health and vision. Read on to find out what causes dry eyes, and 3 easy treatment tips if you are experiencing symptoms.If you are experiencing eye irritation or persistent dry eye symptoms such as eye pain, get in touch with EMME Visioncare today to find out about treatment options.Causes, Symptoms & Side Effects of Dry EyesDry eye can have various causes, i..

Progressive lenses are a type of glasses lenses typically required and used by people over 40 who are experiencing presbyopia (gradual loss or worsening of vision due to age). However they can be worn by users of all ages (including teenagers) to address a variety of eye disease or eye health concerns. If you are experiencing symptoms such as blurry vision for both near and far objects, or are finding it difficult to make out text in a book or on a screen, get in touch with our optometrist Singapore clinic today to find out how progressive lenses can help Singaporeans see better and live be..

For many Singaporeans, the last time we had an eye test or eye exam was back in our primary school days. As our vision begins to stabilize in our late teens or early 20s, many of us begin to forgo yearly vision check ups. Even for individuals with eye diseases such as myopia or astigmatism, we might neglect to keep up with regular eye checks apart from when our glasses or contact lenses begin to give us grief. EMME Visioncare offers comprehensive eye examinations that can help to screen for and identify existing and potential eye diseases. Before you schedule an eye exam with us, here a..

Digital Eye Strain (sometimes referred to as Computer Vision Syndrome) is eye pain, blurred vision, or headaches resulting from prolonged or excessive use of digital devices and screens. It can also affect the muscles in your head, neck, and shoulders. Read a digital eye strain survivor’s story here. Causes and symptoms of Digital Eye Strain   Daily usage of digital devices and computers has made digital eye strain a common condition for many. Aspects of digital displays leading to eye pain include: Poor resolution or small size of text and numbers Reduced contrast between t..