The eye lens, unlike the rest of our body, once damaged, cannot repair themselves. Children and young adults are more susceptible to sun damage the eyes. Being children, it is important that they have outdoor time play, however it is crucial that they have proper sun protection (sunscreen and a hat at the least). We would highly recommend that children start good habit of wearing wrap-around sunglasses with good UV protection when they play for prolonged period outside. If your child requires vision correction, they can also have prescription sunglasses. The Cancer Council NSW reported that sun exposure in the first 20 years increase your chance of developing eye cancer.

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