"Protect Your Eyes: Surgeon Warns of UV Radiation's Vision Threat"

Eye surgeon Dr. Ronnie Bhola warns that prolonged exposure to UV rays from the sun can lead to severe eye damage and vision loss, including conditions like corneal damage, cataracts, and macular degeneration. He emphasizes the importance of protecting our eyes by wearing UV-blocking sunglasses and hats, especially in locations with intense UV rays such as beaches, higher altitudes, and countries closer to the equator. Children and older individuals are more vulnerable to UV radiation, and individuals with lighter eye colors, particularly blue eyes, are at higher risk. Bhola urges the public to take preventive measures, such as wearing proper sunglasses and hats, to reduce the potential harm caused by UV rays and preserve eye health.