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☀️ It's cooler. It's autumn. So you've packed away the sunglasses - right?Here's the problem: UV radiation doesn't follo...
13/04/2026

☀️ It's cooler. It's autumn. So you've packed away the sunglasses - right?

Here's the problem: UV radiation doesn't follow the seasons.
In South Africa, UV levels remain dangerously high year-round; and autumn light, sitting lower in the sky, can actually hit your eyes at a more direct angle than summer sun overhead.

Long-term UV exposure without protection is directly linked to:
👁️ Cataracts: clouding of the eye's lens
👁️ Macular degeneration: irreversible central vision loss
👁️ Pterygium: a growth on the white of the eye
👁️ Photokeratitis: essentially a sunburn on your cornea

The fix is simple: quality sunglasses with UV400 protection worn consistently; not just at the beach in December.

And the first step is knowing what your eyes actually need. That starts with a comprehensive eye test.
📍 10 Rockwill Square, Klerksdorp
📞 018 468 8903
📲 060 462 9696
🌐 https://labuschagnealbertsoptom.co.za/

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👁️ Did you know your eyes can reveal what's happening in the rest of your body; before you feel any symptoms?During a co...
10/04/2026

👁️ Did you know your eyes can reveal what's happening in the rest of your body; before you feel any symptoms?

During a comprehensive eye test, we're not just checking how clearly you can see. We're examining the blood vessels and nerves inside your eye - the only place in the human body where this is possible without any invasive procedure.

What we can detect early:
🔴 Diabetes - Diabetic retinopathy shows up in the retina before you experience any symptoms
🔴 High blood pressure - Changes in retinal blood vessels are a key indicator
🔴 High cholestero -l Deposits visible on the cornea
🔴 Glaucoma - Optic nerve changes detectable years before vision loss
🔴 Stroke risk - Certain retinal findings can flag cardiovascular risk
A routine eye test is one of the most underrated health checks you can do. And it starts at R470.

Book yours today; your whole body benefits. 👇
📍 10 Rockwill Square, Klerksdorp
📞 018 468 8903
📲 060 462 9696
🌐 https://labuschagnealbertsoptom.co.za/

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Does your vision seem hazier than it used to be?Colours less vivid? Glare from headlights worse at night? Reading in low...
08/04/2026

Does your vision seem hazier than it used to be?
Colours less vivid? Glare from headlights worse at night? Reading in low light more difficult than it used to be?

These are the quiet, gradual signs of cataracts - a clouding of the eye's natural lens that develops slowly over time. And they're far more common than most people realise.

Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in Africa, yet most cases are completely treatable when caught early.

Risk factors include:
👁️ Age (most common in over-50s - but not exclusively)
👁️ Long-term sun exposure without UV-protective eyewear
👁️ Diabetes or prolonged steroid use
👁️ Family history
👁️ Smoking

The earlier cataracts are identified, the more options are available; and the better the outcome.
A comprehensive eye test is the first step. If we detect early signs, we'll guide you on the right path forward.

📅 Eye Test from R470.
📍 10 Rockwill Square, Klerksdorp
📞 018 468 8903
📲 060 462 9696
🌐 https://labuschagnealbertsoptom.co.za/

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☕ Welcome back from the long weekend.You know that eye test you've been meaning to book? The one that keeps getting push...
06/04/2026

☕ Welcome back from the long weekend.
You know that eye test you've been meaning to book? The one that keeps getting pushed to "next week"?
This is your sign.

Most people wait over 2 years between eye tests; often longer. Meanwhile, vision changes happen gradually, and the brain is very good at adapting. So good, in fact, that you often don't realise how much you've been compensating until you finally get a new prescription.

Whether it's been 1 year, 3 years, or longer - there's no better week to get it done than this one.
📅 Comprehensive Eye Test from R470.
Quick. Thorough. And your eyes will thank you for it.

📍 10 Rockwill Square, Klerksdorp
📞 018 468 8903
📲 060 462 9696
🌐 https://labuschagnealbertsoptom.co.za/

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🚗 The Easter road trip is a South African tradition. But every year, thousands of drivers hit the road with vision probl...
03/04/2026

🚗 The Easter road trip is a South African tradition. But every year, thousands of drivers hit the road with vision problems they don't even know they have.

Ask yourself honestly:
🔴 Do oncoming headlights cause halos or heavy glare at night?
🔴 Do you struggle to read road signs until you're close?
🔴 Do your eyes feel tired and strained on long drives?
🔴 Has it been more than 2 years since your last eye test?

Poor vision behind the wheel is one of the most underreported road safety risks in South Africa = and one of the easiest to fix.

Before you load up the car this Easter weekend, make sure your vision is road-ready.

Book now, drive safer. 👁️
📅 Eye Test from R470.
📍 10 Rockwill Square, Klerksdorp
📞 018 468 8903
📲 060 462 9696
🌐 https://labuschagnealbertsoptom.co.za/

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👁️ This past week was World Optometry Week; and the numbers are hard to ignore.1 in 10 South Africans lives with some fo...
01/04/2026

👁️ This past week was World Optometry Week; and the numbers are hard to ignore.

1 in 10 South Africans lives with some form of vision loss.
Not because there's no solution; but because many people simply haven't had their eyes tested.
Vision problems rarely announce themselves loudly. They creep in gradually. Slightly blurrier mornings. Headaches you put down to stress. Squinting at your phone. Sitting closer to the TV. The brain compensates - until one day, it can't anymore.

The encouraging truth? The vast majority of vision problems are completely correctable with the right prescription and the right lenses.
But you can't fix what you don't know about.

📅 Book your comprehensive eye test = from R470.
📍 10 Rockwill Square, Klerksdorp
📞 018 468 8903
📲 060 462 9696
🌐 https://labuschagnealbertsoptom.co.za/

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⚠️ South Africa has one of the highest rates of diabetes in Africa; and most people don't realise what that means for th...
30/03/2026

⚠️ South Africa has one of the highest rates of diabetes in Africa; and most people don't realise what that means for their eyes.

Diabetic retinopathy is one of the leading causes of blindness in working-age South Africans. It damages the tiny blood vessels inside the retina; and in the early stages, it has zero symptoms.
No pain. No blurry vision. Nothing. Until the damage is severe.
If you have diabetes (or even pre-diabetes) your eyes need to be checked regularly. Not just for how well you can read a chart, but for what's happening inside.

That's exactly what our comprehensive eye test and OCT scan are designed to detect. Early. Before permanent damage occurs.

✅ Comprehensive Eye Test - from R470
✅ OCT Retinal Scan - from R260
Don't wait for symptoms. If you're diabetic, book now.

📅 Book your eye test today.
📍 10 Rockwill Square, Klerksdorp
📞 018 468 8903
📲 060 462 9696
🌐 https://labuschagnealbertsoptom.co.za/

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😣 That dry, gritty, burning feeling in your eyes at the end of the day?Most people put it down to tiredness or screens. ...
27/03/2026

😣 That dry, gritty, burning feeling in your eyes at the end of the day?

Most people put it down to tiredness or screens. And while those can make it worse; the root cause is often something else entirely: dry eye syndrome.

And as we head into autumn, it gets worse. Cooler air, indoor heating, less humidity; your eyes lose moisture faster than they can replace it.

Signs you might have dry eye:
👁️ Burning or stinging sensation
👁️ Gritty feeling - like something's in your eye
👁️ Redness and irritation by end of day
👁️ Blurred vision that clears when you blink
👁️ Watery eyes (yes...your eye overcompensates with reflex tearing)

Dry eye isn't something you just push through. Left unmanaged, it affects your vision, your comfort, and your quality of life.

The good news? A comprehensive eye test can identify the cause and get you on the right track - whether that's the right drops, the right lenses, or a simple lifestyle adjustment.

📅 Book your eye test - from R470.
📍 10 Rockwill Square, Klerksdorp
📞 018 468 8903
📲 060 462 9696
🌐 https://labuschagnealbertsoptom.co.za/

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😅 Holding your phone further away to read it? Struggling with menus in dim restaurants? Finding small print increasingly...
25/03/2026

😅 Holding your phone further away to read it? Struggling with menus in dim restaurants? Finding small print increasingly difficult?

You're not imagining it; and it's not just the lighting.
After the age of 40, the lens inside your eye gradually loses flexibility. It's called presbyopia, and it affects almost everyone eventually.

The good news? It's completely correctable. Multifocal lenses let you see clearly at all distances; near, intermediate, and far with one pair of glasses. No more squinting. No more arm extensions. No more guessing.

If you're over 40 and haven't had an eye test recently - this is your sign.
📍 10 Rockwill Square, Klerksdorp
📞 018 468 8903
📲 060 462 9696
🌐 https://labuschagnealbertsoptom.co.za/

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Finding the right glasses shouldn’t be complicated.Choose the vision package that fits your lifestyle and needs, all pro...
24/03/2026

Finding the right glasses shouldn’t be complicated.

Choose the vision package that fits your lifestyle and needs, all professionally fitted with care and expertise:
👓 Single Vision – R880
👓 Bifocal – R1,820
👓 Multifocal – R2,180

Clear vision, quality lenses, and frames you’ll love - all in one place.
📍 Visit us at 10 Rockwill Square, Klerksdorp
📞 Call: 018 468 8903
📲 WhatsApp: https://wa.me/+27604629696
🌐 https://labuschagnealbertsoptom.co.za/

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The average South African now spends 8–10 hours a day in front of a screen; and our eyes were simply not designed for th...
20/03/2026

The average South African now spends 8–10 hours a day in front of a screen; and our eyes were simply not designed for that.

The result? A condition called digital eye strain. And it's the fastest growing eye complaint in 2026.

Signs your eyes are struggling:
🔴 Headaches after screen use
🔴 Dry, itchy, or burning eyes
🔴 Blurred vision at the end of the day
🔴 Difficulty focusing when switching between near and far
🔴 Tired eyes by mid-afternoon

The good news: it's manageable. Blue light filter lenses, the right prescription, and a proper eye test can make a dramatic difference.

This Human Rights Day - give your eyes the care they deserve. 👁️

📍 10 Rockwill Square, Klerksdorp
📞 018 468 8903
📲 060 462 9696
🌐 https://labuschagnealbertsoptom.co.za/

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📚 School is in full swing - but is your child actually seeing the board clearly?Most children can't tell you their visio...
18/03/2026

📚 School is in full swing - but is your child actually seeing the board clearly?

Most children can't tell you their vision is poor. They simply think the world looks the way it does for everyone. The signs often show up as:
👀 Sitting too close to the TV
👀 Squinting at the board at school
👀 Complaining of headaches after reading
👀 Losing interest in schoolwork
👀 Struggling to concentrate

Vision problems are one of the leading causes of poor school performance; and most are completely correctable with the right glasses.

Up to 80% of what children learn comes through their eyes. Don't let blurry vision hold them back.

📍 10 Rockwill Square, Klerksdorp
📞 018 468 8903
📲 060 462 9696
🌐 https://labuschagnealbertsoptom.co.za/

Terms & Conditions apply | Subject to change

Address

Rockwill Square Corner Of William & Austin Street
Klerksdorp
2570

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00
Saturday 08:30 - 12:00

Telephone

0184688903

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