The Autorefractometer

An autorefractometer (also called an auto-refractor) is a computerized machine used to measure the refractive error of the eyes โ€” that is, it helps determine whether a person is nearsighted (myopic), farsighted (hyperopic), or has astigmatism.Hereโ€™s how it works and what it does ๐Ÿ” How It WorksThe patient looks into the device at an image …

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Health tips on Harmattan

๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ **Health Tips for the Harmattan Season** Harmattan comes with dry, dusty winds and cold mornings. While itโ€™s a beautiful season, it can also cause dehydration, respiratory issues, and skin problems. Stay healthy by following these tips: ๐Ÿ’ง **1. Stay Hydrated** * Drink plenty of water (at least 8 glasses daily).* Avoid excessive caffeine and …

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What is Hepatitis B?

Hepatitis B is a viral infection that attacks the liver, leading to inflammation and, in severe cases, liver damage, cirrhosis (liver scarring), or liver cancer. ๐Ÿฆ  How It Spreads The virus spreads through contact with infected body fluids, such as: It is not spread by casual contact (hugging, shaking hands, sharing food, etc.). โš ๏ธ Types …

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Why you should take enough water

Water is something our bodies cannot live without. In fact, about 60โ€“70% of the human body is made up of water. Every cell, tissue, and organ in your body needs water to work properly. ๐Ÿ’ง Why Water is So Important ๐Ÿ•’ How Much Water Should You Drink Daily?

World Sight Day Awareness 2025

World Sight Day Message from Daughters of Charity Rehabilitation Centre ๐Ÿ‘๏ธ๐Ÿ’™ Today, we celebrate World Sight Day, a global call to prioritize eye health and prevent avoidable blindness.At Daughters of Charity Rehabilitation Centre, we remain dedicated to restoring hope and vision through care, rehabilitation, and awareness. Love your eyes โ€” protect your sight! ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ‘๏ธ

What is Pterygium?

A non-cancerous growth of tissue on the conjunctiva โ€” the clear membrane that covers the white part of your eye. This growth is usually triangular or wedge-shaped and can extend onto the cornea (the clear front part of the eye). Itโ€™s sometimes called โ€œsurferโ€™s eyeโ€ because itโ€™s often caused by long-term exposure to sunlight, wind, …

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