Which surprising test spots health problems early in the elderly?

Ensuring the elderly have regular eye checks is not only about making sure they can see clearly.  Eye examinations can spot a range of health problems which have nothing to do with the eyes, enabling treatment before any other symptoms appear.

This helpful article from Nobilis takes you through the importance of eye tests for the elderly, explaining:

·         Why we tend to neglect these tests

·         Helpful preparations before an examination

·         Who qualifies for free eye tests

·         Which diseases can be spotted early through eye tests

·         What you can do to help elderly relatives who wear glasses

You can read the article by clicking on this link:

http://www.nobilis.co.uk/feeds/information-library/eye-care-for-the-elderly--the-importance-of-checks.aspx

You can also find many other useful articles on elderly care at our website, www.nobilis.co.uk.