Eye Protection Over The Summer Months
31st August 2010 by Cataracts No CommentsWe’re currently in the middle of August, which puts us smack in the middle of the British summer (even if you wouldn’t know it with the rain). With the sun comes harmful UV rays, which means a risk to our skin and eyes. Because of this we need to know how to properly protect ourselves and our loved ones.
The first option you should consider is purchasing a good pair of sunglasses with proper UV protection. Most big brands will offer this as a standard feature, but you should always double check with the optician before purchasing. You should do your best to wear your sunglasses everytime you go out, even if it seems cloudy (as UV rays can still cause damage to your eyes, even on a cloudy day).
If you have a prescription, you should pay a little bit more for prescription sunglasses, which will mean your sunglasses are designed for your eyes, protecting them from straining and from harmful UV rays. This will mean you don’t have to strain to see when wearing your sunglasses, offering you full protection wherever you are.
You could also consider asking your optician about photochromatic or polarised lenses. Photochromatic lenses will darken as the sun gets brighter; reacting to UV rays in increase the level of protection on your eyes. This makes them perfect for any light condition and an excellent choice for glasses for driving, as they allow you to always see the road clearly. Polarised lensed are designed to reduce the amount of glare from reflective or wet surfaces. This makes them ideal for driving and sport and you’ll find that all the top sporting brands such as Oakley sunglasses will offer this type of lens.
