Eye health

Learn about your eyes and the best way to keep them healthy. In this page, you’ll find health eye tips and information about tests and surgical procedures.

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Eye-health tips for over-60s

Did you know that your eyes need 3 times as much light when you’re 60 as they did when you were 20 years old? Learn more about mature eyes here.

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Eye care

Caring for your eyes can help prevent illness and injury. Learn how to protect your eyes at home and at work with these simple tips.

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Objects or chemicals in the eye

A piece of metal, dirt or chemicals in your eye can be annoying and often dangerous. Here’s what to do if you suspect something’s in your eye.

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Eyes

Learn how your eyes work, common eye problems, and tips for maintaining healthy vision. Regular eye check-ups are important for optimal eye health.

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Trachoma

Trachoma is a contagious eye infection that can cause blindness if left untreated. Learn how to prevent and treat trachoma.

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Twitching eye

A twitching eye can be annoying but usually gets better on its own. Find out what may be causing your eye twitch and when to see your doctor.

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Glaucoma

Glaucoma is an eye condition that damages the optic nerve and can lead to vision loss. Learn more about glaucoma symptoms, treatments and causes.

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Amblyopia (lazy eye)

Amblyopia (lazy eye) occurs when someone’s eye develops abnormally. Early diagnosis and treatment is important.

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Blurred vision

Blurred vision can occur due to fatigue or irritation, but it may also signal a serious issue. Learn what to do if you experience sudden blurry vision.

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Blindness

Blindness and low vision can seriously affect every part of your life, but support and some treatments are available. Find out about getting help.

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Laser eye surgery

Laser eye surgery can treat some medical conditions that affect your eyes or improve your vision. Learn about types, risks and benefits.

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Diabetic retinopathy

Discover how diabetes can slowly damage your retina (the back of your eye). This can lead to diabetic retinopathy and vision problems.

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Vitamin A and your health

Vitamin A (retinol) is important for your vision, skin and immune system. Most Australians can get enough vitamin A by eating a varied, healthy diet.

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Macular degeneration

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can lead to vision loss. You can reduce your risk with healthy lifestyle choices and having regular eye checks.

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Vitamin E and your health

Vitamin E is important for proper functioning of many of your body's organs. Find out which foods are high in vitamin E and how much you need.

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Type 1 diabetes

Being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes can be overwhelming. However, while the condition is not curable, there are ways to manage it successfully.

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Allied health

Allied health practitioners are trained professionals who are not doctors, dentists or nurses. Learn more about what these professionals do here.

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Retinitis pigmentosa

Retinitis pigmentosa is a genetic eye disorder that causes vision loss, including night blindness and tunnel vision. Discover the symptoms and causes.

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The role of a ophthalmologist

Ophthalmologists are eye doctors or surgeons who specialise in assessment diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. Learn what an ophthalmologist does.

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Corneal ulcers

A corneal ulcer will make the affected eye red and painful. Find out why you need to seek prompt medical treatment if you think you might have a corneal ulcer.

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