Kite Opticians

31/07/2026

We offer Visual stress (Irlen’s) assessments and colorimetry for precision tinted lenses.

31/07/2026

Visual stress screening is an essential consideration whenever reading isn’t progressing as it should.

Nearly three in four parents back visual stress screening for children – as new research reveals patients left searching for answers

Read more here: https://www.opticalinsider.co.uk/article/371532

08/06/2026

Monday Blues? Not here! 💙

The only Monday Blues we're embracing are these beautiful blue-tinted lenses.

Designed to support visual comfort and help those affected by visual stress, they're a reminder that sometimes a little colour can make a big difference.

08/06/2026

Suffolk Sight Equipment and Information day tomorrow!

Join us tomorrow, 9th June, for our annual Equipment and Information Day.
Come along between 10am and 2pm, The Key Cafe, St Margaret's Street, Ipswich

What you can expect from the day:
You will have the chance to try out the latest equipment and technology which is specifically designed for people with a visual impairment.

We will be joined by some of the UK’s leading suppliers who will provide live demonstrations of magnifiers, screen readers, daily living aids and lamps. Participants can experience first-hand how these tools can enhance their independence.

The event is suitable for someone with a visual impairment, if you are a family member, carer or friend of someone with sight loss, or are a low vision specialist.

This is a free event, and the location is fully accessible. We do hope you can join us, please share with anyone who may benefit.

For more information call 01473 611011 email [email protected]

16/04/2026

Inspiring evening at the grand opening of Topcon THINC facility in London. Great to catch up with Wen Hwa Lee of Foresight Research

22/03/2026

If you have any concerns book a full eye examination for your child

Many parents think school screenings are the same as opticians’ eye tests, but that’s not true. A school screening is a basic test that checks whether your child has reduced vision in one or both eyes, and is not the same as a full eye test with an optometrist (or optician). 👁

For more information and tips on how to look after your children’s eyesight, straight from RNIB’s trusted experts, download our free guide: rnib.in/EyeHealthGuideForm

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10/03/2026

Surgeon and patient advocate Dr Liz O’Riordan is set to be a keynote speaker at an event, which will focus on putting women’s health needs first.

08/03/2026

Early and surgical menopause with Dr Julie Kite, GP Menopause Specialist 💬

Join menopause specialist and Let's Talk Women's Health Director, Dr Julie Kite, for a focused session on early menopause and surgical menopause. She’ll break down the basics of premature ovarian insufficiency (POI) — when the ovaries stop working before age 40 — and explain what happens during surgical menopause, when menopause is triggered suddenly after the removal of the ovaries.

A practical, supportive talk designed to help you recognise symptoms, understand your options and feel more confident navigating your hormonal health.

📆 Join us at our upcoming event on Saturday 21st March at The Hold - Suffolk Archives, to gain expert clinical insight and advice into a variety of health topics, enabling you to better advocate for your own health and support those in your life.

Click the link below to book your tickets 👇
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lets-talk-womens-health-2026-tickets-1980544132816

08/03/2026

Delighted to be sponsoring this special event

We can't wait to bring another Let’s Talk Women’s Health event to Suffolk later this month — and we couldn’t do it without the incredible support of our sponsors ✨

Their commitment helps us keep this not‑for‑profit project accessible and impactful for our community.

Thanks to their support, we’re able to bring you an even broader programme shaped by your feedback, covering topics from pregnancy and egg freezing to menopause, breast cancer, neurodiversity, endometriosis and more. It’s open to everyone who wants to better understand their own health or support someone they care about.