Dubai, United Arab Emirates (CNN)– Temperatures are beginning to rise with the arrival of the summer season.
This means that extra steps must be taken to protect the eyes from damage this season.
The official account of the Omani Ministry of Health shared on Twitter some tips that can be adhered to to achieve this.
3 steps to protect your eyes in the summer:
- wear sunglasses:
Wearing sunglasses before going out in the day, especially on hot days, helps protect the eyes from diseases caused by ultraviolet rays from the sun, such as photoconjunctivitis, cataracts, and eyelid cancer.
Hands should be washed thoroughly with soap and water before touching or rubbing the eyes to protect them from the risk of infection and infection.
- swimming goggles:
Swimming goggles must be worn before heading to the sea or swimming pools, as salt and chlorine cause some eye problems, such as inflammation, burning, and itching.