Amersham Together July August 2023

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EYE NEWS
Protect your eyes
this Summer
As you apply your sunscreen on the warm,
bright days do you take the same care of
your eyes?
It’s easy to forget the age of your sunglasses. Sunglass
tints can fade with time reducing the UV protection,
so if yours are looking a little tired it is time to replace
them - and give your eyes some extra protection.
UV light is also present on cloudy days, so if you find
yourself screwing up your eyes when there are bright
white cloud covering the skies you will appreciate the
benefits of a polarised lens. They are glare - reducing
lenses that stop light that has been reflected off other
surfaces; perfect for sunny and wet days when the
sun is low. When driving the silver sheen on the road
and reflections from oncoming cars is greatly reduced
and the contrast enhanced. As well as being excellent
for driving, polarized lenses offer the best all-roundprotection
for water sports, such as fishing and sailing,
and also skiing.
If you are over 60 you are more likely to develop
cataracts, but we also know that continued exposure
to UV can accelerate the progression of cataracts.
Whilst they are treatable and certain medical
conditions can also increase your risk of developing
cataracts, wearing sunglasses to protect from
exposure to UV is one small change that can help.
With most of us living longer and travelling to hotter
climates it is advisable to start protecting your eyes
as soon as you can. There are choices for lens colours
too, so take the time to consider the benefits of each.
Brown is a contrast-enhancing tint whereby reds and
greens are more defined making it a good choice
for driving whilst grey is a neutral density tint that is
considered a good choice for light sensitivity. Green
is helpful for a bright but cloudy day, like the Ray Ban
G15 lens that was originally used by pilots in the USA.
So before you dig out your Summer wardrobe take a
good look at your sunglasses.
Your optician will have the answers to all your eyecare
needs.
Helen Gilbert FBDO, Dispensing Optician
HARROLD HARROLDS OPTICIANS
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Polarised prescription
sunglasses
£179
Complete with single vision lenses. Ask for details.
With glare reducing lenses designed specifically for night driving , UV protection, blue control lenses,
photochromic lenses that darken when you drive and polarised lenses, our qualified opticians can advise
you on the best eyewear for your lifestyle.
For any advice please phone your local branch. We will be very happy to help.
Our eye test has retinal photography as standard and the option of OCT. Book your eye test online today.
3 Station Road Gerrards Cross 85-87 Sycamore Road Amersham
01753 886306 01494 721795
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