The Royal National Institute of Blind People Scotland said up to 50% of sight loss could be avoided by regular, free eye tests.
Optometrists are calling on people to take better care of their eyes after research found almost one in 10 have not had a test in the last decade.
The Royal National Institute of Blind People Scotland said up to 50% of sight loss could be avoided by regular, free eye tests.
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