Fred Hollows Exhibition Opens Up: Focuses on Vision Care and Quality Sunglass Lenses

The much-awaited Fred Hollows Foundation exhibition, highlighting the legacy of the great Australian eye surgeon, opened in December 2012 and will continue until 17th January 2013. Featuring rare images of Fred Hollows with Aboriginal Australians, the exhibition delves into the history of one of the greatest sons of Australia, who was committed to eye and vision care and dedicated all his life to help restore sight for millions of people worldwide. The legendary eye surgeon often laid importance on the use of quality sunglass lenses, especially by people working in the open in the harsh sun.

Exposure to Sun: Cause of Skin Cancer, Cataracts, Blindness

The exhibition documents the role Fred Hollows played in raising awareness about eye care in developing countries. The specialist eye surgeon reached out to millions worldwide to offer affordable eye treatment to the needy. Fred was of the opinion that sunlight exposure posed a risk of skin cancers, cataracts, and even blindness in some people who have to work outdoors, such as in fishing, farming, and herding. Since such people have little to no access to specialized eye care, affordable sun protection or Wayfarer that block harmful UVA and UVB rays, they have no escape from extreme solar exposure and environmental hazards, including salt, dust, and smoke, and thus sustain a high degree of eye damage.

In that case, a pair of quality sunglasses, such as Arnette, Oakley, Armani or Ray Ban, acts as a safeguard for the eyes in harsh sun conditions. However, since the poor cannot afford these brands, Fred Hollows Foundation distributes recycled glasses in third world countries, ensuring eye safety for those in need while making a difference to the environment.

The Fred Hollows Foundation has kept the dream of their master alive, offering affordable eye care, including sunglass lenses, to those in need. The photo exhibition takes you 20 years back, displaying photos of the extraordinary life of Fred Hollows and the great work done by the foundation itself in outback Australia in treating eye diseases in Aborigines and third world countries, including Nepal, Eritrea and Vietnam. The exhibition certainly inspires you to support the work the greatest Australian eye surgeon began. The foundation offers to restore sight for only $25 using modern cataract surgery techniques.

The Sunglass Fix’s Commitment to Eye Care

The Sunglass Fix pays homage to the greatest son of the soil, Fred Hollows, by recycling old pair of wayfarers and offering the upgraded sunglasses at affordable prices so that it is possible for everyone to safeguard their eyes from the harsh sun rays. The company uses optical technology to create replacement lenses for glasses of all brands, including Oakley, Arnette and Ray Ban among others, making sure everyone can afford sunglasses!

For more information please visit Arnette and sunglass lenses Toll Free in Australia: 1800-SUNFIX (786-349) Outside Australia: +61 260 090908 Website::- http://www.thesunglassfix.com.au Email: [email protected]