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With the arrival of summer and the sun is an increase in the purchase of sunglasses, although not all have acquired properties to ensure effective protection can be harmful use.
From the Department of Health wants to remind the public of the importance of acquiring this type of protection, such as sunglasses, in licensed facilities for them, such as optics.
The acquisition of sunglasses out of these optical properties pose a high risk to the public about eye health, and according to the World Health Organization, the solar radiation on the eyes, along with the deterioration of the ozone layer and Goggles that do not meet quality standards, is shooting cataract cases, triggering nearly 20 million annual cases of blindness in the world, and other abnormalities related to ocular and visual health, such as retinal degeneration, keratoconjunctivitis clinical , macular ulcers as well as attempts to head aches and intolerance to bright light.
The Councillor for Health, Almudena Martinez has clarified that "sunglasses, plus a supplement should be considered as an element of protection from the sun, and the quality should be optimal when alone in acquiring optical Guarantee".
He also pointed out that "if the lenses do not have the appropriate filters, ultraviolet radiation passes eyes and is stored by the lens can be removed without causing multiple eye problems, including blindness."
Source: Ayuntamiento de Jumilla
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