Sentara RMH Summer 2022 Magazine - Keep Your Eyes Safe

Keep Your Eyes Safe

In addition to keeping your skin protected from the summer sun, be sure to keep your eyes safe as well. In some circumstances, sun exposure can have both short- and long-term negative effects on your eye health.

Here are some tips to help keep your eyes happy and healthy:

• Choose appropriate eyewear for outdoor activities. Whether you are in the water, on the beach, mowing the lawn or watching a sporting event, choose the right gear to block out sun rays, dust, water and other particles.

• Put on a hat. Head coverings like baseball caps and wide-brimmed hats can help prevent direct eye exposure to sunlight.

• Take out your contacts before swimming. Going on a swim with contacts can result in eye infections and severe irritation.