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Daily Mirror
Hannah Britt

How to keep your eyes safe this summer to avoid infection and injury

Sand, sea and alfresco evenings might be the perfect combination when it comes to a sensational summer holiday. But experts warn the warmer months bring added danger for our eyes – and that failing to protect them can lead to infection and injury.

“Our eyes have it particularly hard in summer, from the bright sunshine that can cause UV burns to the uncomfortable dryness caused by hot, sleepless nights,” says ophthalmologist Dr Amir Hamid of Optegra Eye Health Care.

“But with a little know-how, it’s easy to ward off the most common seasonal eye horrors.” So what do we need to know?

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