As we see the flattening of our Kiwi CV-19 curve, it is still good to consider hygiene, in particular around your contact lenses. This graphic was produced by The Centre for Ocular Research and Education (University of Waterloo, Canada). A good reminder to make sure you are wearing your contact lenses in a safe way.
5 COVID-19 Facts for Contact Lens Wearers
MyLens - Keeping you supplied with contact lenses the easy way
When you come to us for your contact lenses, you are trusting us with your eyes and your vision. Our goal is to give you the healthiest, most comfortable contact lens vision correction.
Contacts are pretty amazing technology which we know well, so we’re your perfect choice for both your contact lens exams, and your lens supply.
The best value is to purchase a years’ supply of lenses at once. If you want to spread the cost, choose MyLens and you will be saving immediately. You purchase a three months supply, at the discounted price, then pay with regular automatic payments. We will send your lenses when you need them - couldn’t be easier.
When you order your lenses from us, you get:
Free courier delivery in NZ
Free replacements of torn or faulty lenses
Accuracy assured - the exact lenses for your eyes
Change in vision - no problem, we'll swap any unopened boxes for your new ones
Guaranteed genuine lenses - no chance these are counterfeit lenses
To support a local business in your community
20% saving on all your contact lens solutions
Flexible purchase and payments options to save up to 25%
Sunglasses discount voucher reward.
Remember you can get your lenses delivered direct to you at home or work. Ask us for a quote on your individual lens prescription.
Story of a remarkable swimmer
Many NSW swimmers will know of James Pittar, he's a bit of a legend. He first became known in 2000 when he featured in a Martha's Vineyard local paper. He had completed a 15 mile swim across the Muskeget Channel from Martha's Vineyard to Nantucket.
Over the years, James has completed marathon swims on every continent. Why is that remarkable? Because James Pittar is blind. In doing what he does, James shows everyone that disability does not preclude one from having a go.
James Pittar on the beach on Marthas Vineyard after swimming the Muskaget Channel in 2000.
In doing his marathons, James swims with an escort paddler, who is equipped with a whistle: one blow for right (or maybe left); two blows for left (or maybe right); three blows for “Shark”, although James used to say he had never heard that one.
James is a big bloke: very tall, with long arms. He has a devastating left arm, which skims like a Scud missile across the surface of the water, ready to clock any idiot who gets in its way.
Anyway, James Pittar has written a book about his life. It’s titled, Blind Vision. Blind Vision is published by Inspiring Publishers. You can find out more about it, and order it… Click here
Holly's new glasses
Let me introduce Holly, who is working as a Dispensing Assistant with us. She started in January this year, a newbie to optics. On Saturday 2 May Holly put on her new prescription glasses for the first time - and she has worn them all day, everyday since.
Frame: Vanni, model 2000
Lens: EnRoute Pro with glare filter and contrast enhancement.
How would describe the difference wearing this prescription has made?
Holly: Amazing. I can’t believe how clear things are. I haven’t had even a hint of a migraine (usually a common part of my life) since I put on my glasses. My vision is comfortable on the computer at work, and when I am helping with year 1 online school activities at home.
How do you like the EnRoute lens?
Holly: I have been waiting to try this since my training. It makes a huge difference during those dusk times, when I would give up on something, like reading or computer work, because the light was too tricky.
I know you tried on lots of different frames, what was it that made this your final choice?
Holly: I like the pink, it is a bit girly. The shape and pattern give an accent, and some drama. The acetate bridge is very comfortable on my face.
New Glasses Could Save Lives on the Road
Here is a novel reason to wear glasses. A French-based start-up company has launched Serenity smart glasses, to help overcome drowsiness for drivers, and manage falls among elderly people.
How do they work? Technology is embedded in the lightweight frames. Sensors collect physical, physiological and environmental data, and can connect to mobile apps.
The drowsiness detection alert system analyses yawning, head micro-drops, frequency of eyelids closing, and car temperature. Through this people at risk of falling asleep while driving are identified.
Recently the glasses were on display at the 2020 Consumer Electronics Show. They are gaining attention as a product that “can help save lives and reduce accidents,” said business manager Theo Niktabe.
This could be a way to reduce potentially fatal car accidents as well as falls. There is an automatic fall detection feature which alerts others, family or a professional helpline. Then appropriate and prompt assistance could be provided.
Mr Niktabe said Serenity glasses have been designed to look like regular eyewear as people of all ages don’t want to wear a ‘device’ for fall detection.
There are also developments to protect employees in work environments. These include monitoring physical activity and stress levels, vigilance for jobs requiring high attention, pollution, and the ability to warn workers of musculoskeletal disorders.
The Serenity smart glasses are on sale in France and are being launched worldwide.
