Eye Health Aotearoa

#eyehealthaotearoa observed #WorldSightDay 2024 last week at Northcote Library - Te Whare Mātauranga o Te Onewa with a poster and table display. This was part of the #ChildrensEyeHealth Campaign to raise awareness about the importance of #eyehealth and provide simple tips on how to #LoveYourEyes. Check out some of the photos from the library … Specsavers International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) Blind Low Vision NZ Macular Degeneration NZ Life Education Trust NZ Asian Health Services New Zealand Association of Optometrists Glaucoma New Zealand kapo maori aotearoa nz https://lnkd.in/g9pGGAn3

Thank you so much to One Foundation Limited and Potter Masonic Trust - two of our generous sponsors - who have helped to make possible Aotearoa New Zealand’s first ever Children’s Eye Health Campaign. The #ChildrensEyeHealth Campaign has also been conducted in partnership with International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB), whose mission is to end avoidable sight loss globally. #LoveYourEyes #WorldSightDay #EyeHealth #eyehealthaotearoa Specsavers The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) Blind Low Vision NZ Macular Degeneration NZ Glaucoma New Zealand kapo maori aotearoa nz Life Education Trust NZ Asian Health Services OpticsNZ https://lnkd.in/g9pGGAn3

#eyehealthaotearoa celebrated #WorldSightDay 2024 yesterday at Devonport Library - Te Pātaka Kōrero o Te Hau Kapua and Parnell Library, with children’s artwork on display. This is all part of the #ChildrensEyeHealth Campaign, which is raising awareness about the importance of #eyehealth and providing simple tips on how to #LoveYourEyes. Check out some of the photos from the events … Specsavers International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) Blind Low Vision NZ Macular Degeneration NZ Life Education Trust NZ Asian Health Services New Zealand Association of Optometrists https://lnkd.in/g9pGGAn3

Happy World Sight Day! Thank you so much to all the children, schools and organisations who participated in the Children’s Eye Health Campaign. This World Sight Day, let’s think about how we can incorporate the 6 simple things to Love Your Eyes year-round: 1. Wear sunglasses 2. Less screen time – take a break 3. Wear your prescription glasses 4. Spend time outside every day 5. Exercise and eat a healthy diet 6. Book an eye test It’s so important to keep kids’ eyes healthy so they can do their best in school and have healthier eyesight into their adulthood. Remember to Love Your Eyes! #ChildrensEyeHealth #LoveYourEyes #WorldSightDay #EyeHealth #eyehealthaotearoa Specsavers International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) Blind Low Vision NZ Blindsided NZ Macular Degeneration NZ Life Education Trust NZ Asian Health Services New Zealand Association of Optometrists Glaucoma New Zealand   https://lnkd.in/g9pGGAn3

Thank you to Pakuranga Intermediate School for taking part in the Sensory Art Competition! Pakuranga Intermediate was one of three Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland schools who challenged their students to create artwork that focusses on senses other than sight – touch, sound, smell, etc – and make something that would be engaging to someone who’s blind or has low vision. The students used recycled materials to create artwork representing Aotearoa and Kiwiana. Many students incorporated Braille into their art. Check out some of the finished pieces! #ChildrensEyeHealth #LoveYourEyes #WorldSightDay #EyeHealth #eyehealthaotearoa Specsavers International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) Blind Low Vision NZ Macular Degeneration NZ Life Education Trust NZ Asian Health Services New Zealand Association of Optometrists   https://lnkd.in/g9pGGAn3

Thank you to Glenfield Intermediate School for taking part in the Sensory Art Competition! Three Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland schools have challenged their students to create artwork that focusses on senses other than sight – touch, sound, smell, etc – and make something that would be engaging to someone who’s blind or has low vision. Here are some progress pics from the students hard at work! #ChildrensEyeHealth #LoveYourEyes #WorldSightDay #EyeHealth #eyehealthaotearoa Specsavers International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) Blind Low Vision NZ Macular Degeneration NZ Life Education Trust NZ Asian Health Services New Zealand Association of Optometrists   https://lnkd.in/g9pGGAn3

For the Children’s Eye Health Campaign, we’ve gone over six simple things you can do to Love Your Eyes. Let’s recap these important tips: 1.    Wear sunglasses 2.    Less screen time – take a break 3.    Wear your prescription glasses 4.    Spend time outside every day 5.    Exercise and eat a healthy diet 6.    Book an eye test These are some things that you can do to keep your eyes healthy and Be Eye Smart too! #ChildrensEyeHealth #LoveYourEyes #WorldSightDay #EyeHealth #eyehealthaotearoa Specsavers International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) Blind Low Vision NZ Macular Degeneration NZ Life Education Trust NZ Asian Health Services New Zealand Association of Optometrists   https://lnkd.in/g9pGGAn3

Tip six: Get your eyes tested! Regular check-ups every two years are the best way to make sure kids’ eyes stay healthy. If you notice a change or things look blurry, tell mum or dad so they can book an eye test. #ChildrensEyeHealth #LoveYourEyes #WorldSightDay #EyeHealth #eyehealthaotearoa Specsavers International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) Blind Low Vision NZ Macular Degeneration NZ One Foundation Life Education Trust NZ Asian Health Services New Zealand Association of Optometrists   https://lnkd.in/g9pGGAn3

Tip five: A healthy body means healthy eyes – it’s important for children to eat fruit and vegetables and get regular exercise. Love Your Eyes by getting your 5+ a day and moving your body daily! #ChildrensEyeHealth #LoveYourEyes #WorldSightDay #EyeHealth #eyehealthaotearoa Specsavers International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) Blind Low Vision NZ Macular Degeneration NZ One Foundation Life Education Trust NZ Asian Health Services New Zealand Association of Optometrists   https://lnkd.in/g9pGGAn3

Tip four: Spend time outdoors! Your eyes love daylight – kids can Be Eye Smart by spending two hours every day outside during the day, just remember to wear your sunnies. What are some things you can see when you’re playing outside? #ChildrensEyeHealth #LoveYourEyes #WorldSightDay #EyeHealth #eyehealthaotearoa Specsavers International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) Blind Low Vision NZ Macular Degeneration NZ Glaucoma New Zealand kapo maori aotearoa nz One Foundation OpticsNZ Life Education Trust NZ Asian Health Services   https://lnkd.in/g9pGGAn3