Eye care insights & news.
Tips, guides and updates from the Jason Stander Optometrists team in Polokwane.
Macular Degeneration and World Sight Day 2026: What South Africans Should Know Before 8 October
World Sight Day falls on 8 October. Here's what 2026's gene therapy and geographic atrophy breakthroughs mean for AMD care in South Africa.
Diabetic Eye Screening in Limpopo: Why 2026's Local Research Points to a Dangerous Gap
A 2026 Limpopo study found over half of diabetic patients had never had a retinal exam. Here's what's changed in diabetic eye screening this year.
Glaucoma, the “Silent Thief of Sight”: Why 2026's Screening Guidance Matters So Much for South Africans
Only 1 in 20 South Africans with glaucoma know they have it. Here's 2026's screening guidance, local risk factors and new treatment options.
Keratoconus and South African Eyes: Why 2026's New Research Means This Condition Needs Earlier Attention
Changing prescriptions, contact lenses that won't sit right, glare at night — why keratoconus needs earlier attention in South Africa.
Screens, Sun, and Dry Eyes: What 2026's New Treatments Mean for Polokwane's Workforce
Gritty, tired eyes by mid-afternoon? Here's why screens are driving a surge in dry eye disease, and what 2026's treatments actually fix.
Myopia in Children: Why Eye Doctors Are Now Treating It Like a Disease
Children's short-sightedness is rising fast. Here's what's changed in 2026 — and how the right lenses can actually slow it down.
Why Contact Lenses Are Perfect for You: South Africa Contact Lenses
Contact lenses offer a blend of convenience, comfort and style. Here's how to know if they might suit your vision needs.
Comprehensive Bendor Eye Health Services: Your Guide to Quality Eye Care
Why having a trusted place for thorough eye exams, stylish eyewear and expert advice all under one roof matters in Polokwane.
Affordable South Africa Contact Lenses: Clear Vision Without Breaking the Bank
Affordable contact lenses are within reach, especially if you know where to look. Here's our guide to budgeting for clear vision.
Back-to-School Eye Exams in Polokwane: What Parents Should Know
Vision problems are one of the most common — and most fixable — causes of poor performance at school. Book before term starts.