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The Executive’s Guide to Choosing the Right Eyewear for the Office and Beyond”

The Executive’s Guide to Choosing the Right Eyewear for the Office and Beyond”

admin April 9, 2024 No Comments

For executives who want to portray authority, competence, and elegance in the workplace and beyond, selecting the appropriate eyewear is a critical choice. Beyond being a tool for correcting eyesight,…

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5 things you need to know about eye exams and protecting your eye health.

5 things you need to know about eye exams and protecting your eye health.

admin February 2, 2024 No Comments

Introduction Eye exams are a key part of staying healthy, but many people forget about them. In today’s world, where we use computers a lot and our habits have changed,…

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Nelson Mandela Charity Golf Day 18 July 2018

Nelson Mandela Charity Golf Day 18 July 2018

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

2018 Summary: Optical Alliance in conjunction with the University of Johannesburg, Optometry Department, hosted a Charity Golf Day at the Observatory Golf Club on Wednesday, 18 July 2018. This…

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Nelson Mandela Charity Golf Day 18 July 2019

Nelson Mandela Charity Golf Day 18 July 2019

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

2019 Summary: Jul 18, 2019 – As Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated for the 10th year, Optical Alliance, the Student board of the University of Johannesburg Optometry department…

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The Islamic Medical Association Social responsibility

The Islamic Medical Association Social responsibility

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

One of the ongoing Optical Alliance social responsibilities is donating to the Islamic Medical Association eye clinic, a monthly donation is made towards the funding of the Optometry clinic in…

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Optical Alliance Covid-19 2020 relief donation

Optical Alliance Covid-19 2020 relief donation

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

The Optical Alliance social responsibility fund is a joint effort between our family of participating preferred suppliers, our members and Optical Alliance. As part of Optical Alliance’s response to the…

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Optical Alliance Cycling Initiative

Optical Alliance Cycling Initiative

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

During 2018, Optical Alliance collaborated with OA preferred suppliers and members to create a cycling team that took part in a national cycling competition. This initiative comprised of 19 enthusiastic…

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Eye Care on a Budget: See Clearly Without Breaking the Bank!

Eye Care on a Budget: See Clearly Without Breaking the Bank!

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

Quality should never be compromised with eye care. However, what happens when you are on a tight budget? Many South Africans face the challenge of finding affordable eye care options…

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Why Choosing An Optical Alliance Optometrist Is The Best Choice

Why Choosing An Optical Alliance Optometrist Is The Best Choice

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

When it comes to taking care of our eyes, it’s essential to entrust our vision to the hands of professionals who prioritise our eye health and provide exceptional care. Optical…

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Accommodative Support Lenses: Solution for near Vision Needs

Accommodative Support Lenses: Solution for near Vision Needs

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

As a group of progressive optometrists, we understand the importance of clear vision for your daily activities. With the increasing demands of near-vision tasks in today’s digital age, traditional single…

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Managing Eye Strain: Tips From Optical Alliance Optometrists

Managing Eye Strain: Tips From Optical Alliance Optometrists

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

As we spend more and more time staring at screens, digital eye strain has become a growing concern for many people. Whether it’s staring at a laptop at work, scrolling…

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Pnx Kids Lenses | Kids Eye Protection

Pnx Kids Lenses | Kids Eye Protection

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

THE PROTECTION THEY NEED. Kids play hard. That’s why it’s important to keep their eyes safe every moment of the day. IMPACT PROTECTION Made with Trivex lens material, PNX Kids…

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Eye Care Awareness

Eye Care Awareness

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

Are you one of millions of people around the world walking around with a sight-threatening eye disease? Unless you have your eyes checked regularly by an eye care professional, you…

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Cataract Awareness | Causes of Cataract

Cataract Awareness | Causes of Cataract

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

Did you know that cataracts are the number one cause of preventable blindness in the world? What is a cataract? A cataract is when your eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy.…

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Know the Symptoms of Dry Eyes

Know the Symptoms of Dry Eyes

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

Did you know that over half the South African population could potentially suffer from dry eyes? It’s no surprise as we live in a hot and dry climate. Dry eye…

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Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness

Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

What is diabetic eye disease? Diabetic eye disease is a group of eye conditions that affects people who have diabetes. Diabetic eye disease may cause severe vision loss and even…

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Anti Fatigue Lenses South Africa

Anti Fatigue Lenses South Africa

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

What is an Anti-Fatigue Lens? Anti-FatigueLenses are lenses that are made with a slight and subtle addition within your lens to assist with near vision work. An anti-fatigue lens will…

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World Sight Day | Awareness to Blindness

World Sight Day | Awareness to Blindness

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

World Sight Day is annually held to bring awareness to blindness and vision impairment. This year the initiative is titled “Hope in Sight”. World Sight Day helps to influence the…

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Contact Lens Hygiene

Contact Lens Hygiene

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

Contact lens Hygiene Keeping your contact lenses clean and stored in a hygienically and correctly plays an important part in maintaining good eye health. The risk of developing an infection…

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Experience the freedom of contact lenses!

Experience the freedom of contact lenses!

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

Choosing between contact lenses or glasses is entirely up to you as an individual. It comes down to a personal choice, comfort and your lifestyle needs. You also do not…

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Children’s eye health and safety

Children’s eye health and safety

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

August is Children’s eye health and safety month. With lock-down and Covid shutting schools down for extended periods of time and most of the schooling being done online now. They…

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What Are Common Eye Allergies?

What Are Common Eye Allergies?

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

Common eye allergies: Swelling or puffiness of the eyes. Redness Itching Dry eyes Foreign body sensation Tearing Discharge from the eye Discomfort wearing contact lenses These symptoms may not essentially…

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Common eye problems and eye conditions

Common eye problems and eye conditions

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

Eye conditions are common conditions that can affect anyone sometimes without obvious symptoms at different stages in life. Let us take a look at some of conditions that can cause…

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5 Causes Digital Eye Strain & How To Fix It

5 Causes Digital Eye Strain & How To Fix It

admin August 28, 2023 No Comments

Let’s face it, we live in a world of digital technology. Kids are watching Peppa Pig on their tablets, teenagers are watching YouTube on their smartphones, adults have to meet…

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