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Independent Family Opticians with 14 practices across Northern Ireland. Find your local branch below! https://linktr.ee/mackeyopticians

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10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day, Oct 10th 2025. 🧠🫂

Did you know your vision and your hearing are crucial for your mental well-being? 🤔 At Mackey Opticians, we want to share the vital link and where to find support in NI.

Read our latest blog: www.mackeyopticians.com/news/world-mental-health-day-2025/

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09/10/2025

📣 WORLD SIGHT DAY ALERT!
Today, October 9th, 2025, is World Sight Day, and the global theme is .

Your vision is precious, and eye health is about more than just seeing clearly—it's about protecting your overall health. Did you know a routine eye exam can detect silent diseases like Glaucoma and even uncover early signs of conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure?

At Mackey Opticians, we’re committed to the highest level of care. We offer many different types of specialist appointments, including NHS and private appointments, across all 14 practices to give you the most advanced assessment possible.

Read our full blog post to learn why booking your comprehensive eye exam today is a vital act of self-care:

👉 www.mackeyopticians.com/news/world-sight-day-2025/

02/10/2025

🍂🌧️See Clearly This Autumn & Winter with HOYA Premium Lens Coatings 🍂🌧️
As the days get shorter and the weather shifts, so do the challenges for your vision!

Don't let the darker evenings, rainy roads, or increased screen time compromise your clarity and comfort. Upgrade your glasses with a premium lens coating from HOYA, including their newest technology, Hi-Vision Meiryo!

Our range of high-quality HOYA coatings offers essential benefits perfect for the autumn and winter months:

- Enhanced Safety for Night Driving: Our advanced anti-reflection qualities are a game-changer. They significantly reduce distracting glare from oncoming headlights and streetlights, as well as reflections from the lower winter sun on wet roads, helping you drive with greater confidence and comfort.

- Digital Strain: Spending more time indoors? Add a blue light filter to help manage exposure from computer screens, phones, and tablets. This can help reduce digital eye strain and keep your eyes feeling comfortable.

- Stay Clear in all Weather: Coatings with hydrophobic properties actively repel water droplets. That means fewer smudges and faster clearing of your lenses on those gloomy, rainy days!

-Superior Durability & Clarity: Enjoy lenses that are easier to clean and resist scratches, keeping your vision sharper for longer.

Your perfect lens coating depends on your lifestyle! Our teams are ready to discuss your daily routine and recommend the ideal HOYA coating to give you the clearest, most comfortable vision possible this season.

Pop into Mackey Opticians today or give us a call to find out more! find all our 14 branches here --> www.mackeyopticians.com/branch-locator

28/09/2025

☀️ National Eye Health Week 2025 - Day 7: Your Eyes Need Sunscreen Too! 🕶️

As we wrap up National Eye Health Week, we want to share one of the most important things you can do to protect your vision all year round: shield your eyes from the sun's harmful UV rays.

Just as UV radiation can damage your skin, it can also cause serious harm to your eyes. Long-term exposure to UV can increase your risk of developing cataracts, macular degeneration, and even certain types of eye cancer. And remember, this applies even on cloudy days, as UV rays can pe*****te cloud cover!

A common misconception is that only dark-tinted sunglasses offer UV protection. In fact, many clear lenses can provide excellent protection too! At Mackey Opticians, we offer a number of advanced anti-reflection coatings for clear lenses that have built-in technology to block harmful UV rays. This means you can get great protection without a tint, perfect for everyday use.

Choosing the right eyewear is key, and our team at Mackey Opticians can help you find a stylish and protective solution for your specific needs. Come in and see us to ensure your eyes are ready for any weather.

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Happy National Eye Health Week from all of us at Mackey Opticians!

27/09/2025

👁️ National Eye Health Week 2025 - Day 6: Your Local Eye Care, Made Easy👁️

Have you ever experienced a sudden red eye, a painful eye, or noticed something's not quite right with your vision? You don't always need to go to A&E or your GP. Here in Northern Ireland, there's a fantastic service designed to help you quickly and conveniently: the NI PEARS Scheme.

PEARS stands for Primary Eyecare Assessment and Referral Service. It's a free NHS service for everyone, regardless of age, that allows you to have a sudden or minor eye condition assessed by a qualified optometrist right at your local practice. This means you can get fast, expert advice and treatment close to home, often on the same day.

At Mackey Opticians, we're proud to offer NI PEARS appointments in all 14 of our practices. We can assess and treat a wide range of minor eye conditions, Just call your nearest practice and one of the team will ask you a few quick questions to book you the most appropriate type of appointment, this may not always be an NI PEARS appointment, but we will ensure to give you the best quality service for your individual needs!

www.mackeyopticians.com/branch-locator

Don't wait if you have a concern about your eyes. We're here to help!

26/09/2025

🚭 National Eye Health Week 2025 - Day 5: Smoking And The Effect It Has On Your Eyes! 🚭

We often hear about the impact of smoking on our lungs and heart, but did you know it also significantly harms your eyes?

Today, we're shedding light on a crucial but often overlooked aspect of eye health: the dangers of smoking.

Smoking can dramatically increase your risk of developing serious eye conditions, some of which can lead to permanent vision loss.

The good news? Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your overall health, including your vision, and it's never too late to start!

Thinking about quitting? The NHS offers fantastic, free support:

NHS Smokefree Website: Full of resources, tips, and a personal quit plan builder. Visit www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking

Local GP Smoking Services: Get free, expert support from your GP who can help you find the best way to quit for you, including ni****ne replacement therapy and medication.

Take a step towards healthier eyes and a healthier you today. Your vision is worth protecting!

25/09/2025

📱 National Eye Health Week 2025 - Day 4: Give Your Eyes a Break! 🌳

In today's digital world, screens are everywhere! While they're essential for work and fun, too much screen time can take a toll on our eyes, leading to strain, dryness, and even impacting our vision over time.

One of the best ways to combat screen fatigue, especially for our little ones, is to step outside! Spending time outdoors, particularly in natural light, is incredibly beneficial for eye development and can help reduce the risk of myopia (short-sightedness). Plus, looking at distant objects helps to relax the eye muscles after focusing up close on screens.

Why not make it an adventure? We've created a fun "Eye-Spy Nature Walk" sheet that's perfect for encouraging children (and grown-ups!) to explore the world around them. Spot a buzzy bee, find a shiny leaf, or count the clouds – it's a brilliant way to engage their vision and enjoy the fresh air!

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24/09/2025

It’s National Eye Health Week – Eyes at Work Day!
Whether you’re at a screen , on-site , or outdoors , looking after your eyes at work is essential.

We offer:

- Prescription safety eyewear from Bollé, UVEX & more

- Dry eye advice for VDU users

- Regular eye tests to keep your vision healthy

Your eyes work hard — let’s keep them safe, clear & comfortable!
Find your local practice at mackeyopticians.com

More info at https://www.mackeyopticians.com/news/news-1/

24/09/2025

🏃‍♀️ National Eye Health Week 2025 - Day 3: Move Your Body, Protect Your Eyes! 🚴‍♂️

Yesterday, we talked about fuelling your eyes with healthy food. Today, let's get moving! Did you know that regular exercise isn't just good for your waistline and heart, but also for your vision?

Keeping active helps to improve blood circulation throughout your entire body, including to your eyes. This consistent blood flow ensures your eyes receive the oxygen and nutrients they need to stay healthy. Regular physical activity can also help reduce your risk of developing systemic conditions like type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure, which are known to be risk factors for several serious eye diseases, including diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma.

Whether it's a brisk walk, a jog, cycling, or even gardening, finding ways to incorporate moderate exercise into your daily routine can make a real difference to your long-term eye health.

So, get out there and enjoy moving your body today! Your eyes will thank you for it.

www.MackeyOpticians.com

23/09/2025

✨ National Eye Health Week 2025 - Day 2: Fuel Your Vision! ✨

Did you know that what you eat plays a HUGE role in keeping your eyes healthy? 👀 Today, we're diving into delicious ways to nourish your vision with two fantastic, eye-friendly recipes!

🥣 First up, our Hearty Vegetable and Lentil Soup! Packed with vision-boosting greens like spinach or kale, and essential vitamins from a medley of vegetables, this warming soup is a treat for your tastebuds AND your eyes.

🥞 And for a sweet treat that's good for your sight, try our Blueberry and Banana Muffins! Blueberries are bursting with anthocyanins, which can help with night vision, while bananas offer a dose of beneficial B vitamins.

Ready to cook up some goodness for your eyes? Discover more about the amazing link between diet and eye health on our latest blog post!
www.mackeyopticians.com/news/a-feast-for-your-eyes

22/09/2025

💓👁 Today is Day One of National Eye Health Week 2025.👁💓

More than 2 million people in the UK are living with sight loss, that is severe enough to have a significant impact on their daily lives. Half of this sight loss is avoidable.

👁 A sight test can detect early signs of conditions like glaucoma, which can be treated if found soon enough
👁 During a sight test, other health conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure may be detected.
👁 For healthy eyes, eat well, stay active, don’t smoke and protect your eyes when the UV Index rises to 3 or more.

Stay up to date with your regular eye exams book an appointment with your nearest Mackey Opticians Branch here https://www.mackeyopticians.com/book-an-appointment/

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Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 1pm

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