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  1. themachman

    Eye sight test every 2 years?

    Thanks carbs,i'll do that.have to say wasnt impressed with specsavers.especially picking a new pair of glasses,it was the hard sell with all the optional coatings and various lenses.think ill stick with a local/independent optician
  2. themachman

    Eye sight test every 2 years?

    Just got my yearly eye sight check done in Specsavers and the optician told me i don't need another for two years as my diabetes is under control.Is this a new government thing or has it always been the case?I've had my eye sight checked every year since I was diagnosed 5 years ago.
  3. themachman

    Blood Pressure How strict does it have to be?

    Thanks everyone for your advice,its always slightly higher when i see the doctor anyhow,white coat syndrome i suppose,think im best bringing my monitor from home and showing the results from that :)
  4. themachman

    Blood Pressure How strict does it have to be?

    Just started Ramipril for my blood pressure which has been high.I know my target is 130/80 but how strict does it have to be?ive took my readings after being on them over a week and they're usually either slightly higher,some lower and a few have been bang on.Im doing fine on the tablets,just...