Ultraviolet (UV) radiation can do permanent damage to our eyes. Regardless of age, it’s important to keep our eyes safe from the powerful summer sun, as our vision quality helps to support a long, healthy and happy life.
For UV Safety Month in July, there are many things we can do to help protect our eyes; these preventive measures are crucial:
- Wear sunglasses that block 100% of both UVA and UVB rays. This is a simple yet highly effective way to protect your eyes. Your sunglasses should wrap completely around your temples so the sun can’t enter from the side.
- Wear a broad-brimmed hat. This can reduce the amount of UV radiation that reaches your eyes by up to 50%.
- Stay in the shade. Or make sure you are blocking out UV rays during peak UV hours—10am to 2pm—when UV rays are most damaging.
If you experience any signs or symptoms of vision problems, schedule an eye exam as soon as possible. Note that some common eye diseases can show little or no symptoms or may not be vision-related, such as headaches or dizziness.
Take precautions before heading outside to safeguard your vision and reduce the long-term impact of UV damage, ensuring your health and vision for years to come.
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606 Kilani Ave., Wahiawa, HI 96786
808-621-8448 | HawaiianEye.com
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