Diabetic Eye Disease: What You Need to Know About Protecting Your Vision When was the last time you thought about your eye health? For many people living with diabetes – or those who may have undiagnosed diabetes – the connection between blood sugar levels and vision isn’t immediately obvious. Yet diabetic eye disease is a…
Cathedral Eye Clinic explores the vital connection between vision and motorsport racing performance Travelling at speeds of 200mph, riders have milliseconds to process visual information and react. But how crucial is good eyesight for racing performance? The team at Cathedral headed to the North West 200 to find out, testing reaction speeds with riders and spectators using…
Dry Eye Disease: Understanding the Causes, Symptoms and Treatments What is Dry Eye Disease? Dry eye disease (DED) is a condition affecting millions of people worldwide. It occurs when your eyes do not produce enough quality tears, or when the tears evaporate too quickly. Tears are not just plain saltwater; they are complex fluids composed…
CAIRS, A Revolutionary Procedure: Insights from Professor Moore and Mr Mandal The world of ophthalmology is ever evolving, and the CAIRS procedure (Corneal Allogenic Intrastromal Ring Segments) represents one of the most exciting advancements in recent years. Professor Moore and Mr Mandal sat down to shed light on why CAIRS is such a game-changer for corneal surgeries. You can…
Glaucoma: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments, and Prevention Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide, affecting millions of people. Often dubbed the “silent thief of sight,” glaucoma can cause irreversible vision loss before any noticeable symptoms appear. Early diagnosis and treatment are key to preventing severe complications. What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group…
Celebrating Cathedral Eye Clinic’s Golf Sponsorships: Supporting local, Grassroot Clubs to Build the Foundations and Inspire Visionary Results Golf has long been celebrated for its blend of camaraderie and tradition, this combination creates an unmatched experience both on and off the green. Cathedral Eye Clinic is proud to be part of this heritage through exciting…
The 10th of October 2024 marks the 23rd annual World Sight Day. To mark this important day Professor Moore caught up with U105’s Frank Mitchell to discuss all things eyes. You can listen to the interview below. One Main Aim During the exclusive interview, Professor Moore touched on the importance of world sight day. On…
At present, over 60 million people around the world suffer from treatable visual impairment, and could benefit from from eye surgery procedures. There is a worldwide shortage of qualified surgeons to meet this need. Through the development of robotic-assisted eye surgery, the potential exists to treat many of those who otherwise would not have access…
What is Amblyopia Amblyopia symptoms are common and well documented. Also known as ‘lazy eye’, amblyopia is an eyesight condition which occurs when one or both eyes struggle to build a strong link with the brain. In a healthy eye, light is focused through the eye upon the retina. The cells in this part of…
Dry Eye Syndrome Dry eye syndrome symptoms are extremely common. Dry eye syndrome is a chronic eye condition, which gradually develops in what is a cumulative effect. In many cases, dry eye syndrome may not offer a total cure. Instead, management of the condition is prioritised, with effective treatment bringing substantially less symptoms, as well…
