Do your eyes tell you something about your health that you are lacking? Most people believe that eye health is only about eyesight, yet, in fact, the eyes are the gateway to overall health. During National Eye Health Week 2025, we would like to share why detailed eye health care should be at the top of your wellness priorities.
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The Hidden Connection Between Your Eyes and Overall Health
There is more than you may think you see in your eyes. In a comprehensive eye health check, our qualified professionals are able to identify the onset of diabetes, high blood pressure, heart diseases and even some types of cancer. The symptoms of these conditions are not only to be noticed first in your eyes before they get observed in other parts.
At the Premier Private GP, we have heard of so many patients with whom serious health problems were discovered with the help of the regular eye check-ups. The timely diagnosis at the earliest stage with the help of monitoring eye health can save lives. Eye examination is combined with our overall health screening services that offer full health check-ups.
Does Screen Time Affect Eyesight?
In a technology driven world, one of the most frequent questions presented by patients to us is: does screen time affect eyesight? Yes, it does, but not as you may suppose.
Too much screen time does not necessarily hurt your eyes badly, but it makes one very uncomfortable and strained. It has been observed in many of our patients that the eyes feel pain when spending longer periods staring at the screen. Millions of people daily are victims of this digital eye strain.
A study estimates Computer Vision Syndrome to occur in 90% of individuals who spend three or more hours per day at the computer. (NHS).
Understanding the Effects of Blue Light
The effects of blue light from digital devices are still being studied, but current evidence suggests it may disrupt sleep patterns and contribute to eye strain. While blue light doesn’t cause permanent eye damage, it can make your eyes feel tired and uncomfortable.
Practical Solutions for Modern Life
How to Prevent Eye Damage from Phones
The following are evidence-based ways on how to avoid damaging the eyes by phones and other digital devices:
- Make use of 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds
- Adjust your screen brightness to match your surroundings
- Position screens just a little lower than the eye level to help ease it.
- Increase font size rather than squinting at small fonts
How to Reduce Eye Strain from Screens
It is important to learn how to alleviate screen strain on the eyes, and anyone who is in the virtual arena needs to know how to do it:
- Blink more frequently to keep eyes moist
- Use artificial tears if your eyes feel dry
- Take regular breaks from screen work
- Ensure proper lighting in your workspace
How to Prevent Eye Strain from Computer
To those who need to know how to prevent eye strain from computers:
- Adjust your monitor distance to arm’s length
- Put on a document holder to eliminate the strain on the neck.
- Think of computer glasses that have been designed by coating them with anti-reflective material.
- Have a clean working environment.
The Importance of Too Much Screen Time Eyes Awareness
Talking to patients about the effects of too much screen time, we emphasise that it is important to be moderate and create good habits. The typical individual spends more than 7 hours each day staring at the screens. With the following prolonged exposure, it may cause:
- Digital eye strain
- Dry eyes
- Blurred vision
- Headaches
- Sleep disruption
“Eye health is a part of your well-being and having regular checkups help you detect the overall health issues early.”
- Dr. Muddassar Ahmed – Medical professional
At Premier Private GP, we look at your whole health picture. As a CQC-registered private clinic in Surrey, we maintain the best medical standards and collaborate with the specialist ophthalmologists to ensure a smooth flow of patient care.
Book your health consultation at our clinic and get the answers on your health at your convenience.
Supporting National Eye Health Week Initiatives
We join healthcare professionals around the country during the National Eye Health Week to educate people about the preventable vision impairment. This is an annual awareness campaign that shows that more than half of the cases of sight loss are avoidable by early diagnosis and management.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How often should I have an eye health check?
The detailed eye examination of most adults is expected to be performed after every 2 years, or once a year in case of people over 40 years old, with the family history of eye disease, or health issues, such as diabetes. A schedule that will be individual to you, in terms of risk factors, can be suggested by our practitioners.
2.Can screen time permanently damage my eyesight?
Current research shows that normal screen use doesn’t cause permanent eye damage. However, excessive screen time can cause uncomfortable symptoms like eye strain, dry eyes, and headaches. The key is practicing good screen hygiene and taking regular breaks.
3. What health conditions can be detected through an eye examination?
Eye examination is able to indicate diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and elevated cholesterol, thyroid disease, autoimmune and some cancers. Your eyes give a lot of information about how well you are regardless of how well your blood vessels and structures are.
4. Are blue light glasses worth investing in?
While blue light glasses may help some people feel more comfortable during screen use, the scientific evidence for their necessity is limited. More important factors include proper screen distance, regular breaks, and good lighting. Our practitioners can advise whether they might benefit your specific situation.
5.What are the warning signs I need an urgent eye examination?
Seek immediate attention if you experience sudden vision loss, flashing lights, new floaters, severe eye pain, or sudden onset of double vision. These could indicate serious conditions requiring prompt treatment.
Act Now to Protect your Sight
Waiting until things go wrong. Not all eye diseases present with any signs at an early stage, so it is important to have a check-up regularly to preserve your sight, as well as your health in general.
During the National Eye Health Week 2025, Premier Private GP is providing full health evaluations and appointments are available within the same week. We have the latest high-quality diagnostic facilities and competent professionals, who guarantee that you get the best care.
Get your appointment done now. Your future self is going to be grateful that you made proactive steps to fulfill your vision and health. We are a private clinic which means we have no waiting periods and a one-on-one approach; hence, there is no use postponing such an important health check any further.
Contact Premier Private GP today to keep this significant awareness week. Keep in mind that you can never replace your eyes and that an early diagnosis will save you. Book an appointment online.
