How climate change threatens eye health
Cataracts, pink eye and other ocular disorders are linked to heat, air pollution and higher UV exposure
There are ways to protect the eyes from climate-driven damage. First and foremost, outdoor workers should be given sufficient shade and frequent breaks to cool down, says JesΓΊs Rodrigo Comino, a geographer at the University of Granada and a coauthor of the Spanish study. He also recommends wearing a hat with a visor that shields the eyes, as well as UV-filter sunglasses: Sunglasses offer nearly 38 percent more protection than not wearing them, Rodrigo Comino says.
Contact lenses containing a hydrogel that allows more oxygen to reach the cornea can also help to stave off damage from UV, Rodrigo Comino says. These contact lenses are widely available and commonly prescribed by eye-care professionals worldwide. Eating foods rich in vitamins A, C and E, and tryptophan, as well as avoiding smoking and drinking alcohol, can also help, he adds."
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How climate change threatens eye health
Cataracts, pink eye and other ocular disorders are linked to heat, air pollution and higher UV exposure
