Retinal Realities

Healthy living isn’t just about how we feel — it’s about how we see the world.
In our latest episode of Retinal Realities, we explore how everyday lifestyle choices impact overall health and eye health, from nutrition and exercise to regular eye tests and screen habits.

✨ Simple changes.
👁️ Long term vision health.
❤️ Better outcomes for all of us.

🎧 Available now on our Retinal Realities podcast.
📢 Listen to Episode 32- Healthy Living & Eye Health: 🔗https://youtu.be/4ipZHx79WOs

In this episode of Retinal Realities, we speak with Harry Rosen, CEO of the South African Optometric Association, about how optometrists fit into South Africa’s eye care landscape.

The discussion highlights how optometrists are trained and regulated, how referrals work when more complex retinal conditions are suspected, and what equipment standards look like across the profession.

We also explore:
• Optometry in public vs private sectors
• The role of World Optometry Week
• How community eye care initiatives are carried out
• The place of ready made readers in everyday use
• The rising prevalence of myopia in younger age groups
Listen to the full conversation here: https://youtu.be/Pt-Oaj6INPE

Episode 31 - World Optometry Day - Harry Rosen SAOA This episode of Retinal Realities features a conversation with Harry Rosen, CEO of the South African Optometric Association. The discussion explores the role...

📢 Message from our Chairperson

“Grateful to close my first year as Chairperson of Retina South Africa alongside such dedicated staff, members, volunteers, EXCO, partners and supporters. Thank you for helping us grow bigger, better and bolder — here’s to an incredible year ahead.
With gratitude,
Sonya Lee Mahabeer”

image description Graphic with Retina SA logo and a circular photo at the top. Text reads: “Grateful to close my first year as Chairperson of Retina South Africa alongside dedicated staff, members, volunteers, EXCO, partners and supporters. Thank you for helping us grow bigger, better and bolder – here’s to an incredible year ahead. With gratitude, Sonya Lee Mahabeer