24/07/2026
July is UV awareness month
UV (ultraviolet) radiation is part of the natural energy produced by the sun and is transmitted in form of waves.
The cornea in your eyes are the most sensitive tissues in your body, so it’s very important to wear sunglasses to protect your eyes. 👀
Wear 100% UV protection glasses (UV 400). 👓
Polarised lenses help with glare and especially helpful in summer. 🕶️
Remember snow ❄️, sand 🏝️ and water 🌊 can reflect 80% of UV rays.
Too much sun exposure in eyes can cause cataracts, eye cancer, photokeratitis (sunburnt eye), macular degeneration and pinguecula pterygium (growth on eye).
Remember not to over expose yourself and use an umbrella ☂️ if necessary or try keep in the shade, wear a cap 🧢 and put sunscreen🧴on!