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

As you grow older, your eyes will change. Some eye conditions become more common as you age. Learn about mature eyes here and how to care for them.

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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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Eye floaters

Small specks, cobweb-like strands or clouds that move across your vision are called eye floaters. You can learn more about eye floaters here.

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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 about symptoms, treatment, and how to prevent infection.

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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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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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Amblyopia (lazy eye)

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

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Retinal detachment

Retinal detachment is when the retina separates from the back of the eye. It’s a medical emergency and can lead to blindness without prompt treatment.

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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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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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Depression in men

Men who experience depression may find it hard to discuss, because of societal pressures. Learn about how you can support a man with depression.

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Mental illness

In any year, 1 in 5 Australians will experience a mental illness. Here is information on causes and symptoms of mental illness, and where to get help.

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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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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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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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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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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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Type 1 diabetes

Type 1 diabetes can affect people of any age but is most often diagnosed in young people. Read about the symptoms and treatment for type 1 diabetes.

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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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