Rosser Optometry https://rosseroptometry.com.au Providing Optometrist Solutions Fri, 01 Jan 2021 10:00:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.6 https://i2.wp.com/rosseroptometry.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/cropped-Logo-stack-option.jpg?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Rosser Optometry https://rosseroptometry.com.au 32 32 Myopia https://rosseroptometry.com.au/myopia/ https://rosseroptometry.com.au/myopia/#respond Sat, 29 Jun 2019 00:52:42 +0000 http://rosseroptometry.com.au/?p=1074 Myopia, commonly known as short-sightedness or near-sightedness, is increasing at an alarming rate worldwide, doubling in children over the course of a single generation. 36% of Australians are predicted to be myopic by 2020 and by 2050, it’s set to increase to 55%. What is myopia? Myopia is a common eye condition where the eyeball grows […]

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]]> https://rosseroptometry.com.au/myopia/feed/ 0 Presbyopia are you reading at arm’s length? https://rosseroptometry.com.au/presbyopia-are-you-reading-at-arms-length/ https://rosseroptometry.com.au/presbyopia-are-you-reading-at-arms-length/#respond Sat, 29 Jun 2019 00:21:04 +0000 http://rosseroptometry.com.au/?p=1071 Do you find yourself having to hold the menu further away to read it? Are you struggling to read messages on your mobile phone or the small print on grocery labels? If you are, you’re not alone. These are common first signs of presbyopia, the normal loss of near focusing ability that occurs with age. […]

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]]> https://rosseroptometry.com.au/presbyopia-are-you-reading-at-arms-length/feed/ 0 The digital age – is it affecting your eyes? https://rosseroptometry.com.au/the-digital-age/ https://rosseroptometry.com.au/the-digital-age/#respond Wed, 27 Mar 2019 11:04:33 +0000 http://rosseroptometry.com.au/?p=1061 The digital age has changed the way we work, learn, shop, socialise and relax. However, our eyes are not accustomed to the digital environment and many of us are feeling the strain. Australians on average are spending 10 hours a day on internet connected devices. This places stress and fatigue on our eyes and posture, […]

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]]> https://rosseroptometry.com.au/the-digital-age/feed/ 0 1 in 5 kids have an undetected vision problem. 
Could yours be one of them? https://rosseroptometry.com.au/1-in-5-kids/ https://rosseroptometry.com.au/1-in-5-kids/#respond Fri, 04 Jan 2019 02:13:07 +0000 http://rosseroptometry.com.au/?p=1043 Every parent wants to ensure their child sees every opportunity coming their way. But for a child to perform at their best, their eyes need to be working at their best as well.  Did you know that vision is responsible for 80% of all learning in a child’s first twelve years?1 A child’s eyes are […]

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]]> https://rosseroptometry.com.au/1-in-5-kids/feed/ 0 Choosing your child’s glasses https://rosseroptometry.com.au/choosing-childs-glasses/ https://rosseroptometry.com.au/choosing-childs-glasses/#respond Wed, 19 Dec 2018 04:13:25 +0000 http://rosseroptometry.com.au/?p=1031 Having to wear glasses for the first time can be a daunting experience for your child. Eyewear is such a significant addition to your child’s appearance, which is why it’s so important to choose glasses that make your child feel comfortable with their new look. Here are a few things to keep in mind when […]

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]]> https://rosseroptometry.com.au/choosing-childs-glasses/feed/ 0 Could your child be myopic (short-sighted)? https://rosseroptometry.com.au/could-your-child-be-myopic-short-sighted/ https://rosseroptometry.com.au/could-your-child-be-myopic-short-sighted/#respond Wed, 07 Nov 2018 06:01:15 +0000 http://rosseroptometry.com.au/?p=1006 What is myopia? Also know as ‘short-sightedness’ or ‘nearsightedness’ – myopia is an eye condition that makes distance vision blurry. It usually starts in childhood when the eyeball grows too long and progressively gets worse as the eye continues to grow. Myopia currently affects around 80 million children worldwide and is projected to increase to […]

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]]> https://rosseroptometry.com.au/could-your-child-be-myopic-short-sighted/feed/ 0 Optical extras?  https://rosseroptometry.com.au/optical-extras/ https://rosseroptometry.com.au/optical-extras/#respond Wed, 19 Sep 2018 02:12:13 +0000 http://rosseroptometry.com.au/?p=953 Use them or lose them by December 31st.  Did you know that you can claim ANY health fund optical benefits with us? Maximise your entitlements and our expertise to find the perfect eyewear for you. We take the time to understand how you use your eyes so that we can tailor our eyewear recommendation for your needs. […]

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]]> https://rosseroptometry.com.au/optical-extras/feed/ 0 Why protect your eyes from UV?  https://rosseroptometry.com.au/why-protect-your-eyes-from-uv/ https://rosseroptometry.com.au/why-protect-your-eyes-from-uv/#respond Fri, 07 Sep 2018 04:04:42 +0000 http://rosseroptometry.com.au/?p=940   From a young age we are educated about the dangers of sun exposure to our skin and overall health, and yet many of us are still unaware of the risks to our eyes. Did you know that your eyes are 10 times more sensitive to UV damage than your skin? Here are 4 reasons why you […]

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]]> https://rosseroptometry.com.au/why-protect-your-eyes-from-uv/feed/ 0 Why are my glasses so expensive? https://rosseroptometry.com.au/why-are-my-glasses-so-expensive/ https://rosseroptometry.com.au/why-are-my-glasses-so-expensive/#respond Wed, 11 Oct 2017 05:25:00 +0000 http://rosseroptometry.com.au/?p=876 ‘Why are my glasses so expensive’ is a thought you may have after seeing some of our retail optical competitor’s marketing. At Rosser Optometry we aim to educate our patients on the difference in quality and craftmanship between the products that we sell and those available online or through retail optical outlets. We are unique […]

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]]> https://rosseroptometry.com.au/why-are-my-glasses-so-expensive/feed/ 0 Why do spectacle lenses vary in price so much when they all look the same? https://rosseroptometry.com.au/lenses-vary-price/ https://rosseroptometry.com.au/lenses-vary-price/#respond Fri, 11 Aug 2017 01:08:04 +0000 http://rosseroptometry.com.au/?p=867 Why do spectacle lenses vary in price when they all look the same? Whilst spectacle lenses may all look the same it’s what you don’t see that matters. There are huge differences in quality and lens features that will affect your vision. Your prescription and/or eye issues will dictate what lens will be suitable for […]

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