Nu-Sight S Govender

27/07/2026

If your eyes are feeling scratchy or tired, it might be more than just long hours in front of the screen, it is often the dry winter air, heaters, or cold gusty winds drying out your natural tear film.

What is happening?

Your eyes rely on a thin layer of moisture to stay smooth and protected. When winter air breaks that layer down, your eyes lose their shield.

Here are the common signs to watch out for:

• A gritty, burning feeling as if you have sand in your eye
• Unexpected watering of the eyes, especially if you are out in the wind
• Blurry vision that clears up when you blink
• Red, tired eyes after screens or driving

What can you do to relieve the symptoms?:

- Take screen breaks
- Angle the car heater away from your face
- Use warm compresses
- Applying lubricating eye drops

Call us 021 930 3070 or visit our website www.nusight4u.co.za to book your next eye examination.

24/07/2026

23/07/2026

Your eyes are incredible and truly precious! They can pick up around 10 million colours 👁 and this is because of tiny cells in your retina called cones, that are each tuned to different wavelengths of light. Together they help you see detail, contrast and colour in a way even top cameras can’t fully match 💙

21/07/2026

If you're experiencing symptoms such as blurry vision, headaches, eye pain, watery eyes, a dry feeling in your eyes or flashing lights and floaters it's time to see your Optometrist.

Early detection is vital as leaving your symptoms untreated for too long will result in further vision loss.

Book your next eye exam with us on 021 930 3070, email [email protected] or WhatsApp 063 189 2937.

17/07/2026

July is Disability Pride Month 💛 This is a time to celebrate diverse experiences and talk about making the world a more inclusive, accessible place.

For us at Nu-Sight S Govender, it is a beautiful reminder of why we do what we do, as living with a visual impairment or low vision can make daily tasks like reading a text, recognising a familiar face, or enjoying a favourite hobby, feel incredibly frustrating.

But a change in your vision should not mean a loss of your independence so connect with us for a through eye examination, we are here to support you or your loved ones.

Find us at 323 Voortrekker Road, Fairfield Estate, Parow (Opposite Parow Centre) or via our details below:

📞 Call us: 021 930 3070
🟢 WhatsApp: 063 189 2937
📩 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Book online: www.nusight4u.co.za

15/07/2026

👁️ Did you know that some of the most serious eye conditions have no warning signs at all?

Many eye issues like Glaucoma, can develop without any pain or early symptoms. Even systemic health conditions you might not associate with your eyes, such as Diabetes, Hypertension, and High Cholesterol, can directly affect your vision and overall eye health.

At Nu-Sight S Govender Optometrists, we use advanced testing to diagnose these changes early, ensuring the best possible care and peace of mind for you and your family.

Whether you are struggling with blurry vision, night driving glare, screen fatigue, or just need a routine screening for peace of mind we are here to help. Give us a visit on Voortrekker Road in Parow.

📍 323 Voortrekker Road, Fairfield Estate, Parow (Opposite Parow Centre)
📞 021 930 3070
🟢 WhatsApp: 063 189 2937
📩 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Book online: www.nusight4u.co.za

13/07/2026

Are you reading this post right now with a slight squint? 👁️

Squinting is something we do so automatically that we hardly even notice we are doing it. By narrowing your eyelids, you temporarily reduce the amount of light entering your eye, making things look just a little bit sharper for a split second.

But did you know that constant squinting tightens the tiny muscles around your eyes and forehead. Later in your day, that tension turns into:

• Dull headaches right above your eyebrows
• Unexplained neck tension
• Heavy and fatigued eyes by the afternoon

If you have to squint to read road signs, the TV, or the fine print on your phone, your eyes are working way harder than they should be 💙

Give your eyes a break and visit us at Nu-Sight S Govender Optometrists for a relaxed, professional screening, and let us get you seeing comfortably again without the extra effort.

Happy Monday!

10/07/2026

Happy Friday! Let’s have some fun and test your IQ! 👁️

Some of us have been told since childhood to eat our carrots 🥕 so we can see better in the dark. But is it actually True or False?

Drop your guess in the comments below before reading further.

The Answer: It is actually mostly a Myth! 😮

While carrots contain Vitamin A (which keeps your eyes healthy), eating extra carrots will not give you superhero night vision. Did you know that this famous rumour was actually started by the British Royal Air Force during World War II to hide the fact that they had invented a new radar technology to spot enemy planes in the dark ✈️

Enjoy the rest of your Friday and have a wonderful weekend ahead.

09/07/2026

09/07/2026

Being in a collaborative space is always such a great reminder of why we do what we do.

Had the wonderful opportunity to meet brilliant minds at the 25th Annual Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF) Conference hosted at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), where primary eye care providers came together looking at how to make exceptional care more accessible for every community.

Grateful for the insights and to be a part of the collective push to a healthier and more connected future 🙏🏽

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