Low Vision Awareness Month 2026 is an important moment to pause, reflect and — most importantly — educate. At The Spectacle Factory, this month aligns closely with what we believe in every single day: vision is personal, and everyone deserves to see the world as clearly and comfortably as possible.

If you’ve ever noticed tiny specks, squiggly lines or cobweb-like shapes drifting across your vision, you’re not alone. These are known as eye floaters, and they’re one of the most common (and most Googled) visual experiences people have.

Cataracts are a common eye condition that affects the clarity of your natural lens, leading to blurry or cloudy vision. Most often related to ageing, cataracts can develop slowly over time, impacting daily activities like reading, driving, or recognising faces.