Protracted periods of time in front of the computer concentrating on games can induce unpleasant symptoms including blurred vision, headaches, fatigue and eye discomfort. The primary reason is the reluctance to take breaks once fully immersed in the game. The focus of the eye constantly changes when concentrating on video screens, potentially causing eye fatigue. …
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During the February half term, our Children and Young Peoples Coordinator, Laura Finnis, put out a message challenging our younger clients to get creative. She even wrote a limerick to get things going. “A whole year of Covid-19, The world evolves in front of a screen. No physical touching No cafes or lunching And not …
Without doubt vision has a major impact on the ability to drive safely on the roads. This is highlighted by guidance and restriction on driving by the DVLA. For example there are a range of conditions that should be brought to the attention of the DVLA in order to ascertain legality to drive. Simple advice …
Elena came to us in 2018 after moving to Oxfordshire. She has a warm, friendly smile, a positive personality and is a recording folk musician. Her second album ‘Where the Wind Blows’ has recently been released and she has spent her free time in the pandemic learning how to put it together. Check out the …
At OAB we want to be here offering help and support to blind and visually impaired people across Oxfordshire in the present and into the future. We want to continue to be dependable and be here to help our clients throughout their sight loss journey and their lives. A big way that our clients, supports …
We are always excited when our clients go out of their way to raise money for us. So we thought we would write a profile on our website to tell you a bit about our latest fundraiser. Name: Andy SmithAge: 42From: BanburySight Condition: Congenital Nystagmus, long sightedness and astigmatismEvent details: The Manchester Marathon on Oct …
As my vision has deteriorated, I had sometimes seen things that I am sure did not exist. I was not sure what was happening, why it was happening and if I could stop it. Luckily, I attributed it to my sight loss and didn’t think I was going mad! When I started working at OAB …
If Covid19 has cancelled your Christmas party why not donate the money you would save to OAB? -Choose us -Let us know how much you will be donating -Share on your social media and tell your friends and followers! You can donate to the Christmas Appeal by following the link below:https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/OABxmas20 for more information on …
2020 has been a challenging year worldwide, and this has certainly been the case for OAB and for our clients. Vision impairment can be an isolating disability and can often leave people feeling lonely and needing to interact with others. During the COVUD-19 pandemic we have been working hard to contact all of our clients …
We are pleased to announce that the Trustees have authorised a 100 Club Draw to commence shortly.The Draw will be open to all.Every participant will have an equal chance to benefit. The rules and an application form are available below. In order to participate please complete and return the application form and standing order form …
