07/16/2026
โ๏ธ For all of us here at Texas MedClinic Corporate Offices, there's nothing like sunny skies to brighten the mood. But when you head outside, don't forget: your eyes need protection from the sun's rays just as much as your skin does! ๐
That's why the American Academy of Ophthalmology made July UV Safety Month! โ ๏ธ UV exposure can damage the surface of your eyes as well as your corneas and lenses. Cataracts, eye cancers, growths and even blindness can happen as a result.
Don't worry, you don't have to stay in the dark to protect yourself. Just pop on some sunglasses before you head outside! ๐ Here are some other tips to keep those peepers safe:
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Be sure to select sunglasses with a 100% UV rating.
๐ฉ Wear a wide-brimmed hat with your glasses for extra protection.
โ๏ธ Stay protected even when it's hazy or cloudy, which doesn't block UV rays.
๐ Stay out of the sun when it's strongest at midday-early afternoon.
๐ซ Don't look directly at the sun!
๐ Skip the tanning bedโฆit's just as bad as outdoor sunlight.
Of course, the sun can wreak havoc on your health and comfort in other ways, too. ๐ฅต If sunburn, bug bites, rash, dehydration or heat exhaustion, visit us or find the location nearest to you at ๐https://www.texasmedclinic.com/locations/.