WEAR SUNGLASSES OUTDOORS

“Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light has been linked to ageing of the front surface of the eye and certain ocular conditions including cataracts,” warns Daniel Hardiman-McCartney, Clinical Advisor, College of Optometrists. And squinting in sunlight won’t help wrinkles around the eyes! “Make sure that you choose good quality, dark sunglasses with UV protection that carry the British Standard (BS EN ISO 123121:2013) or CE mark.