Helpful Tips From Our Optometrists at Urias Eyecare in Midland, TX on How to Protect Your Eyes From UV Rays this Summer
Too much exposure to UV rays can not only cause temporary eye problems like watering, itching, and blurry eyesight, it can also contribute to serious eye diseases like cataracts, cancer, and growths on the eye. At Urias Eyecare in Midland, TX, we encourage all of our patients to protect their eyes from damaging UVA and UVB rays whenever they're outside. Damage from UV rays is cumulative, which means it adds up over time, so it's important for you to keep your eyes safe from these rays every time you leave the house.
Even on the cloudiest day, you might be surprised that dangerous UV rays can reach and damage your eyes. Clouds are no protection against the strong rays of the sun. Our optometrist in Midland, Dr. Urias, recommends using multiple forms of protection to give your eyes the best chance of getting through the day without damage.
A great way to protect your eyes is to avoid UV rays completely. Stay inside when the sun is the strongest, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day, even if the sun is hiding behind clouds. If you have to go outside and can't avoid the sun, stay in shady spots, wear hats or visors to keep the sun out of your eyes, and never look directly into the sun.
The best way to protect your eyes is with a good pair of professional-grade sunglasses. The lenses should block out 100 percent of all the UV rays in the environment. We offer sunglass lenses for every pair of frames we stock, giving you a huge variety of fashion choices for summer sun protection.
Even if you don't need prescription lenses, you still need a good pair of sunglasses to protect your eyes from UV rays. We offer the best, with or without a prescription. Call our office at (432) 368-4102 and schedule an appointment today.
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