UV and Me: How Sunlight Affects Your Eyes and How to Protect Them

Sunshine can lift your mood, boost vitamin D, and make getting outdoors feel good, but it can also quietly damage your eyes if you are not careful.In this episode of Eye Got You, Dr Valarie Jerome breaks down how ultraviolet (UV) light affects your eyes, both the benefits and the risks. From short-term problems like sunburned eyes to long-term conditions such as cataracts and macular degeneration, Dr Valarie explains what happens, why it matters, and how simple habits can protect your vision for life.You will also learn how to choose sunglasses that actually protect your eyes, why children’s eyes need extra care in the sun, and why cloudy days are not as harmless as they look.No jargon, no scare tactics, just practical advice you can use straight away.Connect with Dr. Valarie Jerome: www.eyegotyoucare.comProduced by: https://creativecontentstudio.co.uk/