Carlos Tavares and António Martins in *Health and Wellness* magazine

The Importance of Vision in Quality of Life Vision plays a fundamental role in how we live, interact, and experience the world. Understanding its impact on quality of life is essential to fostering a more inclusive and aware society. This topic is explored in the article “The Importance of Vision in Quality of Life,” written by […]

Sustainability and Innovation: Optocentro Wins Two ÓpticaPro Awards

Optocentro was honored with two separate awards at this year’s ÓpticaPro Awards: Innovation and Sustainability, making it the only company to win in both categories. The Innovation Award recognizes optical stores that introduce new ways of serving customers, invest in new technologies, and adapt to changes in the industry. The […]

International Women's Day

International Women’s Day is an occasion we continue to celebrate with enthusiasm. This year, we’re celebrating on March 7 and are offering a special 40% discount on sunglasses and prescription colored lenses to mark the occasion. We look forward to seeing you!

Optocentro Wins Two Awards from ÓpticaPro

Optocentro was honored with two major awards from ÓpticaPro, winning the Sustainability and Innovation Awards at the 2025 ceremony. The ÓpticaPro 2025 Awards initiative brought together 22 industry leaders, who selected the most outstanding optical stores in various categories. In total, 12 optical stores across the country were honored, and Optocentro was the […]

See the World in New Colors

See the world in new colors Color blindness affects how we perceive the world, but technology can make a difference. Colorlite lenses, now available at Optocentro, were developed to help distinguish colors with greater clarity and precision. Based on scientific studies and personalized testing, these lenses selectively adjust the way […]

REFRAMED Wins National Sustainability Award

Jornal de Negócios has launched the 5th edition of the National Sustainability Award, an ambitious 10-year initiative fully aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. We are proud to announce that Optocentro’s REFRAMED project was the winner in the Circular Economy – Micro, Small, and Medium […]

Workshop on Contact Lenses for Irregular Corneas

The Theoretical and Practical Workshop on Contact Lenses for Irregular Corneas, an initiative by ORsolutions in partnership with Optocentro, featured presentations by optometrist Carlos Tavares of Optocentro and orthoptist Ricardo Baptista. It was an opportunity to share insights and knowledge based on real-world cases, with a focus on fitting contact lenses for patients with irregular corneas. #Optocentro2050

Eye Screenings in Carnaxide Schools: A Successful Initiative

On May 19, 20, and 21, Optocentro, in partnership with the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation, conducted free vision screenings at several schools in the Carnaxide School District. More than 320 children, as well as teachers and support staff, were screened with the aim of identifying undiagnosed vision problems and raising awareness about […]

Optocentro vs. Johnson's Academy

An eye health initiative with a real impact on the communityOn April 10, 11, and 14, and May 13, a corporate social responsibility initiative was held in the Zambujal neighborhood, targeting children and young people from the Johnson Academy, with the aim of promoting access to eye care and improving […]

Eye exams for the next generation

3 days dedicated to caring for the eyesight of the next generation! At Infante D. Henrique Elementary School, we conducted 142 vision screenings, 41 consultations, and provided 28 pairs of glasses to children in grades 1 through 4, ensuring they started the school year with their vision taken care of. In Parque das Nações, we extended our outreach to the community, conducting 70 vision screenings […]