By Dr. Gary Goberville
The American Journal of Ophthalmology writes, “Ultraviolet photography has given us Evidence of sun damage and the importance of sun protection.” Kids and adults spend a great deal of time outdoors in direct sunlight. The need for sun protection, especially in children, is essential to keep eyes healthy. Experts say we get up to 80 percent of our lifetime exposure to solar radiation by the time we are 18 years old. Exposure to UVA and UVB can cause extensive eye damage, cataracts, macular degeneration and more. Help your child and yourself by wearing good quality sunglasses.
Wrap around sunglasses are the best choice to protect your eye health. They have a style that fits closer to the face that protects the eyes as well as the delicate skin around them. Some sunglass frames are made specifically for certain sports, for example biking, swimming, surfing, and hunting. There are also many different type of protective sun lenses, with the best being the polarized lens. This lens eliminates the horizontal light that produces glare. Polarized glasses have UV filters that protect the eye and retina from ultraviolet radiation, which can literally burn the eye. Floridians spend so much time on the water and in the sun; this protection is crucial to the health of their eyes.
Many of us that are into sports and hobbies know that there are sunglass lenses specifically designed to help you perform better. For example, sunglasses that have a brown polarized Lens work best for golf. When you’re fishing, amber polarized lenses work best. There are also specific colors for hunting, tennis, running, skiing…and the list goes on. Most sports and hobbies start with your vision. Enhance your vision and take your game to the next level. To make this activity more fun, if you’re a hunting enthusiast, visit the link about shooting and hunting and learn some tips on how you can do it better.
Good quality glasses will protect against infrared rays, while top of the line lenses will provide up to 99-percent protection from reflected light. Protecting your eyes from the sun is essential to eye health and preserving your future sight. Your day in the sun will be productive and safe with your sunglasses. So whether you are an athlete, a waterman or simply enjoy the outdoors, sunglasses are essential to your health and vision
Dr. Gary Goberville,
Optometric Physician
Eye Site Vision Center
2344 N. University Dr. Coral?Springs
354-344-3937