Lions Eye Institute in Perth, Western Australia | Non-profit organisation

Lions Eye Institute

Locality: Perth, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9381 0777

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25.01.2022 A BIG thank you to everyone who donated this year after hearing Riley's story Riley is just one of the many patients at the Lions Eye Institute that rely on the continued work of our researchers to help save his sight. We are fortunate to be able to share stories like Rileys and to raise much needed funds for our sight saving research. This would not be possible without the generous support of people, like you. ... Pictured is Riley, he is thankful for your support. If you missed Rileys story or would like to donate, click the link below to read more: https://www.lei.org.au/about/news/rileys-story/

25.01.2022 Did you know that chemical burns to the eyes are often a result of spraying chemicals in the garden or cleaning up around the house? By popping on some protective glasses or goggles when cleaning or gardening, you can minimise your risk. #JulEye is all about raising awareness in eye safety, and this year its eye safety in and around the home.

25.01.2022 Have you ever considered becoming an eye donor? Take the opportunity this #DonateLifeWeek to learn more about giving the gift of sight lei.org.au/services/lions-eye-bank/ DonateLife #DonateLifeWeek2020

25.01.2022 Make sure you dont miss the Seeing Eye Dogs Australia Puppy Games on July 23 The paw-fect competitors in this competition are four of the pups "in training". Watch as they go head-to-head (tail-to-tail) to showcase their amazing skills. The question is - whose team are you on?

25.01.2022 For the month of September we will be one of the lucky jars at Grilld in Subiaco Thanks to their community fundraising program "Local Matters" Local Matters began in 2011 as a way for Grilld to give back, and support communities. A Local Matters token is given to every customer with their burger order. Customers then choose a charity, dropping their token into that jar.... We are delighted to be part of this initiative.

22.01.2022 This week kicks of Women's Health Week A week all about putting your health first and taking the opportunity to make positive changes that can last a lifetime. Having regular eye exams regardless of vision acuity can help detect serious eye problems at the earliest stage when they are most treatable.... Make an appointment today https://www.lei.org.au/contact/

21.01.2022 Aussie study targets at-risk relatives of glaucoma patients. Our very own Professor David Mackey is the principal investigator on a study that is targeting the most at-risk relatives of glaucoma patients. Preliminary results of this study show that approximately 38% have the disease or have suspicious signs and require close monitoring.... The preliminary results are part of the Targeting at Risk Relatives of Glaucoma patients for Early Diagnosis and Treatment (TARRGET) study, an ongoing investigation that aims to implement and evaluate an educational program directed at family members of people with advanced glaucoma, and to encourage regular eye health checks. The research team alongside Professor David Mackey, is Associate Professor Alex Hewitt, Associate Professor Ivan Goldberg, Associate Professor John Landers and Professor Jamie Craig. Click the link below to read more.

21.01.2022 Meet the Grand Delusions! The VisAbility music group have been together for about 5 years, and all those involved have some sort of vision impairment. Grand Delusions have been gracious enough to agree to play our 'Carols in the Clinic' weekly for the month of December, and we could not be more excited! For a chance to hear them, pop by during your next appointment from 10am-12pm, -Friday 4 December -Thursday 10 December -Wednesday 16 December -Tuesday 22 December

21.01.2022 Sarah’s Story 6 of 8 We cried a lot. My husband had to take a week off work because we were just crushed. When Sarah and her husband Caleb returned home from the bleak diagnosis, he immediately started researching to find something that could help, but there was nothing. Sarah described everything during that time as being grim. When she talked to her husband about helping the Lions Eye Institute raise funds for research, he was immediately on board. Sarah hopes that b...y funding important research, the Lions Eye Institute can find a cure so no one ever has to experience what they’re going through. To hear Sarah’s full story, click the link below. https://bit.ly/SarahsStory2020

21.01.2022 As we age, its normal for our eyes to deteriorate, which is why its so important maintain regular eye checks. Have you ever wondered how to avoid the "big four" eye diseases? Read more at https://bit.ly/3h4PdQW

20.01.2022 Have you got tired eyes all the time? We have some top tips to help those eyes out at https://bit.ly/3fuIBdJ. If you are concerned about your eyes, make your next appointment today lei.org.au/contact/

20.01.2022 "In a vast state like Western Australia, delivery of accessible, effective and culturally appropriate health care is a challenge. But we believe everyone deserves access to high quality eye care services, irrespective of where they live." Dr Angus Turner, McCusker Director Lions Outback Vision Travelling up to 25,000km annually, this mobile eye health clinic showcases how collaboration, innovation and technology can be harnessed to deliver services in regional and remote areas of Western Australia. Do you have a memorable experience youd like to share about the Lions Outback Vision service?

19.01.2022 A BIG thank you to everyone who donated this year after hearing Rileys story Riley is just one of the many patients at the Lions Eye Institute that rely on the continued work of our researchers to help save his sight. We are fortunate to be able to share stories like Rileys and to raise much needed funds for our sight saving research. This would not be possible without the generous support of people, like you. ... Pictured is Riley, he is thankful for your support. If you missed Rileys story or would like to donate, click the link below to read more: https://www.lei.org.au/about/news/rileys-story/

18.01.2022 Top ten foods for the eyes 1. Leafy green vegetables 2. Citrus fruits 3. Sweet potatoes 4. Carrots ... 5. Seeds 6. Beef 7. Fish 8. Eggs 9. Water 10. Nuts and legumes See more

18.01.2022 Being able to see clearly is key for road safety Reading road signs at a distance enables you to get off the highway at the correct exit. Seeing the dials your dashboard can keep you from running out of fuel or hearing a siren approach from behind because you were speeding.... Being able to see clearly is so important to road safety. Read more at https://bit.ly/3ijRlVw

18.01.2022 Here are some of the reasons why your eyes might be twitching: Stress Fatigue Eye strain Caffeine... Alcohol Dry eyes Lack of nutrition Allergies An eye twitch is an uncontrollable eyelid spasm which mostly lasts for only a few minutes, but sometimes an eyelid twitch can persist for days or longer. If you are concerned about your eyes, make an appointment today lei.org.au/contact/

17.01.2022 Our eyesight changes as we get older, so many of us will need to wear glasses or contact lenses as we age. An eye test is not just good for checking whether your prescription is up to date. Its also a vital check on the health of your eyes. If you havent had your eyes checked for a while, click here to book an eye test today https://www.lei.org.au/contact/

17.01.2022 Blindness and eye diseases affect many people in many different ways and can happen very quickly. That’s what happened to Sarah. She woke up one morning only to realise her sight had deteriorated over night. Sarah saw no improvement over the coming weeks and was later diagnosed with myopic macular degeneration. There is currently no cure. ... If you’d like to donate to help prevent conditions like Sarah’s from developing, please click the link below. https://donate.lei.org.au/xmas2020

17.01.2022 Getting 30 minutes of exercise a day turns out to not only be important for our overall health but more specifically our eye health This recent article talks about the benefits to your eyes of catching those 30 minutes. Click the link to read more https://bit.ly/390ESCK

17.01.2022 Todays #FlashbackFriday takes us to 1995 Some of you may recognise our Managing Director, Professor Bill Morgan in the front row, alongside his colleagues Dr Philip House, Professor Richard Cooper and Canadian visiting Professor Balwantray Chuahan. Are you enjoying these photos? We would love to hear from you, leave your favourite emoji below to let us know what you think

17.01.2022 Take the opportunity to put into action one of these top tips that Keep Australia Beautiful recommend: Avoid single serve options at the supermarket that come with unnecessary packaging Avoid cotton tips: the world produces 1.5 billion of them each day, and the plastic in them causes big problems for our environment. Rinse out used containers to ensure they dont end up in landfill.... Which change will you make this week? Together, we can manage our waste better and help #KeepAustraliaBeautiful 17-23 August 2020

17.01.2022 #FlashbackFriday brings us the first glaucoma screening line. West Australians flocked from all over, to join the line outside Council House in central Perth. This was a service that was evidently going to meet a real community need. It is amazing to think how far we have come in such a short amount of time. ... Did you know anyone who might have been in this line? We would love to hear from you

17.01.2022 For the month of September we will be one of the lucky jars at Grill'd in Subiaco Thanks to their community fundraising program "Local Matters" Local Matters began in 2011 as a way for Grill'd to give back, and support communities. A Local Matters token is given to every customer with their burger order. Customers then choose a charity, dropping their token into that jar.... We are delighted to be part of this initiative.

16.01.2022 We are delighted to announce a new addition to the Lions Eye Institute team of highly skilled Ophthalmologists, Dr Rhuju Mehta. Dr Mehtas areas of clinical speciality include medical and surgical glaucoma, cataract and general ophthalmology. Learn more about Dr Mehta at https://bit.ly/2Eg7tsH

16.01.2022 This week kicks of Womens Health Week A week all about putting your health first and taking the opportunity to make positive changes that can last a lifetime. Having regular eye exams regardless of vision acuity can help detect serious eye problems at the earliest stage when they are most treatable.... Make an appointment today https://www.lei.org.au/contact/

14.01.2022 Todays #FlashbackFriday takes us to 2017 with Dr Hessom Razavi and a patient at the Lions Eye Institutes Midland clinic. Did you know that we have several clinics across the state? We are located in Nedlands, Murdoch, Midland and Broome.... With our Lions Outback Vision service, we are able to visit rural and remote communities across Western Australia. Our vision is to provide better sight for all. If you are concerned about your eyes, make an appointment today at lei.org.au/contact/

14.01.2022 Congratulations to our very own Dr Samantha Lee for being awarded the Raine Medical Research Foundation’s 2021 Strachan Memorial Prize for the best published research by an early-career clinical researcher! This is the first time since the Raine Medical Research Foundation started the awards in 2011, that a publication prize has gone to an Ophthalmology researcher. To find out more about Samantha's research on associations between optic disc measures and obstructive sleep apnea in young adults, click the link below! https://bit.ly/3q2aPTj

14.01.2022 This week is #NationalDiabetesWeek. We thought this was a perfect opportunity to share with you the new imaging technique used to support early detection of diabetic eye disease. Diabetes remains the leading cause of irreversible blindness in Australian adults, yet evidence shows us that early detection and timely treatment can prevent the majority of diabetes-related vision loss. Click here to read https://bit.ly/2ATYR9E... Thank you to Diabetes WA for driving such an important awareness week. Do you have Diabetes? Have you had your eyes checked recently? If not give us a call and make an appointment today https://www.lei.org.au/contact/

14.01.2022 Curious about the Lions Eye Institute and want to learn more about us? We encourage you to pass the time catching up on some vision News From projects with NASA right through to new imaging techniques that support the early detection of diabetic disease, we have you covered with all the information you might be curious about. Click here to read this newsletter: https://bit.ly/2Xlql0N

13.01.2022 DonateLife Thank You Day is a national day to recognise all Australians who make organ and tissue donation possible Thanks to donors and their families, Lions Eye Bank of WA has provided high quality tissue for over 3,000 corneal transplants to date, however due to the increasing number of Western Australians awaiting a transplant, many face a 9-12 month wait for donated tissue to become available. To find out more, please email [email protected] or call 1800 777 203 to register as an eye tissue donor.

13.01.2022 Our holiday wish is better vision for all, because your vision means everything to us. If you’re up to date with Sarah’s story, you’ll know her holiday wish is a cure to save her sight. To help us continue research to prevent conditions like Sarah's from developing, please click the link below... https://donate.lei.org.au/xmas2020 See more

12.01.2022 Get Connected We think that this short but sweet tip from Diabetes WA for #NationalDiabetesWeek is such a fantastic one. Whether its a close friend or a family member, talking to someone about how youre feeling is a great form of therapy. ... Do you have Diabetes and need someone to talk to about your eyes? Give us a call and make an appointment today lei.org.au/contact/

12.01.2022 We are delighted to announce that our amazing Volunteers are back in the clinic This team have certainly been missed! Welcome back

11.01.2022 Meet Des and his furry friend Tyson, he is one of our patients who has quite the story to tell This 63-year-old former professional power boat racer lost significant vision in his right eye by the time he was 30 as a result of a genetic disorder, Axenfeld-Rieger syndrome. In a cruel twist of fate, he lost all vision in that same eye a decade later, after suffering a traumatic injury when the brake lever on a bicycle punctured his eye. Then, as a further result of Axenfeld-R...ieger syndrome, Des lost vision in his left eye and has been totally blind since 2016. Des visits us regularly at the Lions Eye Institute, bringing with him a great burst of energy and of course a very well loved friend Tyson the Labrador. Click here to read more about Des story at https://bit.ly/33qRIJI

10.01.2022 Have you considered the impact COVID-19 has had on medical research institutes across the country? Association of Australian Medical Research Institutes (AAMRI)

10.01.2022 Today is the United Nations International Day of Friendship We think this year, this message is more important than ever. Take the opportunity today, to reach out to a friend and check in with them

09.01.2022 Did you catch this Abc Radio interview yesterday with our very own Professor David Mackey and Dr Sam Lee? As part of #JulEYE, they were invited to chat about how many people live full lives without complete vision - or any vision at all. For those who can still see a lot - its important to stop, take stock of what youve got, and to look after it. ... If it has been a while since you last had your eyes checked, make a booking today lei.org.au/contact/

08.01.2022 Did you know that omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA are important for eye health? DHA is found in high amounts in your retina (the back of the eye), where it can help maintain eye function. Its also important for brain and eye development during infancy. Thus, DHA deficiency can impair vision, especially in children.... Getting adequate amounts of the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA from oily fish or supplements may reduce your risk of several eye diseases.

08.01.2022 Today's #FlashbackFriday takes us to 2017 with Dr Hessom Razavi and a patient at the Lions Eye Institutes Midland clinic. Did you know that we have several clinics across the state? We are located in Nedlands, Murdoch, Midland and Broome.... With our Lions Outback Vision service, we are able to visit rural and remote communities across Western Australia. Our vision is to provide better sight for all. If you are concerned about your eyes, make an appointment today at lei.org.au/contact/

08.01.2022 As we age, it's normal for our eyes to deteriorate, which is why it's so important maintain regular eye checks. Have you ever wondered how to avoid the "big four" eye diseases? Read more at https://bit.ly/3h4PdQW

07.01.2022 Make sure you don't miss the Seeing Eye Dogs Australia Puppy Games on July 23 The paw-fect competitors in this competition are four of the pups "in training". Watch as they go head-to-head (tail-to-tail) to showcase their amazing skills. The question is - whose team are you on?

06.01.2022 Often we talk about warning signs of vision loss in adults, but today we have a list of common signs of vision problems in children: Frequently rubbing eyes Closing or covering one eye Tilting head or thrusting head forward... Having trouble reading, reduced comprehension, or skipping words and lines Blinking more than usual during near work Squinting eyes Poor attention span for near work or homework taking an excessively long time If your child experiences these signs, take the opportunity to book their next eye test today lei.org.au/contact/

04.01.2022 Have you ever considered becoming an eye donor? The Lions Eye Bank is responsible for collecting, processing and distributing corneal and sclera tissue throughout Western Australia. To date, it has provided high quality tissue for over 3,000 corneal transplants. You might be wondering, who can be an eye donor? The answer is most people are eligible to donate. ... Having poor vision, wearing glasses and/or having macular degeneration does not preclude people from becoming donors, as these conditions do not affect the cornea. People with other eye diseases and conditions are also eligible, as medical researchers are interested in receiving eye tissue from people with eye disease to contribute to a greater scientific understanding of disease. Give the gift of sight - Learn more about the Lions Eye Bank today at https://www.lei.org.au/services/lions-eye-bank/

03.01.2022 #FunFactFriday! The human eye can distinguish over 500 shades of grey. [PD: a still river runs through steep mountains in a greyscale photograph]

02.01.2022 #funfactfriday! Ommatophobia is a fear of the eyes

02.01.2022 Today's #FlashbackFriday takes us to 1995 Some of you may recognise our Managing Director, Professor Bill Morgan in the front row, alongside his colleagues Dr Philip House, Professor Richard Cooper and Canadian visiting Professor Balwantray Chuahan. Are you enjoying these photos? We would love to hear from you, leave your favourite emoji below to let us know what you think

02.01.2022 It was lovely to see some of the Zeiss team in Broome last week take the time from their busy day to drop into our temporary clinic and see how we are getting o...n with the awesome new equipment. Dr Angus and Dr Vaibhav were very happy to show them how they had mastered the machines and share with them how they are being used to support Broome and Kimberley patients. We cant wait for our lovely new clinic to be ready to really get things rolling. See more

02.01.2022 This #FlashbackFriday brings us a moment captured, with Orthoptist Beverly Balfour screening for a condition called Amblyopia. Amblyopia (lazy eye) is the loss or lack of development of vision in an eye that is unrelated to any eye health problem. In most cases, only one eye is affected but in some cases, reduced visual acuity can occur in both eyes.... If Amblyopia is detected early in life and treated promptly, reduced vision can be minimised. If you have any questions about this condition, book an appointment today https://www.lei.org.au/contact/

01.01.2022 This week is National Science Week 2020 - the theme this year is "Deeper Blue" and the focus is one of the worlds most powerful resources: the ocean In 2020, National Science Week will be held in a different way, live events will be held online, and many activities can be done from home. To find an event and get involved go to https://www.scienceweek.net.au/