2021 Sept Snippets

Prescription glasses (spectacles) can be expensive, but the benefits are worth it. If you’re looking to save money on your next pair of glasses, here are some tips to help you out.

• You’ll need to pay for an eye exam before you get your glasses. Shop around for optometrists offering special deals and discounts.
• Get new lenses in old frames. If your frames are in good condition, there’s no need to pay for new frames as well as new lenses.
• If this is your first pair of spectacles, you may also be able to choose a pair of cheap reading glasses and ask your optometrist to swap out the frames for you.
• Beware of add-ons. Added features like special coatings and tints can add up, so if you don’t need them, don’t pay extra for them.
• If you can afford it, set aside an amount each month for Glasses, that way you will have an emergency fund should you need to pay for a replacement unexpectedly down the line

Allergies are caused when your immune system reacts to something foreign in the environment, like pollen, pet hair or dust. Sometimes, the symptoms of allergies can feel similar to a cold or flu – and that can be scary with the current concerns about COVID-19 infection.

Here is a helpful table of common symptoms, to help you tell the difference between “spring sneezes” and other conditions. If you are worried about your symptoms, speak to your doctor or pharmacist for advice.