What Causes Cataracts?
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4. Sun Exposure
People who spend an excessive amount of time in the sun without proper eye protection may develop cataracts. Ultraviolet rays emitted by the sun and by artificial sources can cause eye damage that leads to cataracts.
To protect eyes from damaging ultraviolet rays, ophthalmologists recommend wearing brimmed hats and sunglasses that absorb 99 to 100% of ultraviolet radiation. Taking these precautions is important during the summer as well as when participating in winter sports and when taking medications that increase the eyes’ sensitivity to light.5‘Sunglasses: Protection from UV Eye Damage.’ American Academy of Ophthalmology, 28 Feb. 2018, www.aao.org/eye-health/glasses-contacts/sunglasses-3.
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