Summertime Eye Safety- Dr. Valentina Lozano

Summertime often means long hours in the sun, and while most people remember to protect their skin with sunblock, it's crucial to protect your eyes too. UV radiation from sunlight or artificial sources can damage eye tissues, increasing the risk of #cataracts, eye cancers, and other conditions according to Dr. Valentina Lozano. Proper eye protection ensures safe enjoyment of the sun year-round so be sure to select sunglasses that provide 100% UV or UV400 protection, or block both UV-A and UV-B rays. #eyehealth #ophthalmology #optometry #sundamage #surferseye #eyeprotection References: Turbert, David. "The Sun, UV Light and Your Eyes." American Academy of Ophthalmology, 29 May 2024, www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/sun. Accessed 17 June 2024.