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Written by: Wang Yuechen
2021-06-07 06:00
Last update date: 2021-06-07 06:00
Under the epidemic, everyone’s chances of using electronic products have increased greatly. Not only will they use online meetings when working at home, but also gatherings of friends will also turn to the Internet. Students are no exception. Online learning time has increased, and both eyes are watching electronic screens at close range for a long time every day. , Inevitably increase the burden on the eyes.
This time, Calvin, the president of the Hong Kong Optical Society, is invited to explain to everyone the knowledge of eye protection, deconstruct the threat of blue light and ultraviolet rays to the eyes, and share the secrets of eye protection!
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The Hong Kong Optical Society, which has a history of 56 years since its establishment, has been actively training professional optical talents to provide Hong Kong citizens with more professional optical technology and better services.
Calvin Kwan, the president of the Hong Kong Optical Society, said that the society has diversified its services, starting from the initial optometry training, and now actively promoting eye health: "In the early days of Hong Kong, the optical courses were ignored, and industry professionals had to go overseas for further training. In order to obtain professional qualifications. In view of this, the Hong Kong Optics Association, with the support of all friendly parties, industry manufacturers, and experts and scholars, has overcome all difficulties and established optometry training courses to actively improve the internationally recognized professional standards in Hong Kong. In addition to providing continuous training for members, we also actively participate in community activities, participate in joint eye examination activities organized by charitable organizations, hold lectures and seminars, and promote eye health information to the public in many ways."
The Hong Kong Optical Society has a history of 56 years since its establishment. In addition to providing optometry training, it also actively promotes eye health information.
The new trend of online shopping cannot be underestimated by optical inspection
During the epidemic, in order to reduce the chance of infection, everyone tried their best to avoid going out and the time at home was greatly increased.
Calvin pointed out that such a new normal has changed the way Hong Kong people buy glasses and lenses, and at the same time changed the business model of some retail eyewear brands: "Customers of different age groups are becoming more and more accustomed to buying glasses and lenses online, and some local eyewear retail brands are even more accustomed to buying glasses and lenses online. It will use online channels to sell products. And technologies such as 3D facial scanning and online vision tests have emerged, but the accuracy and detail of different brands are quite different. It is best to check with your professional optometrist for details."
Harmful blue light can cause different symptoms of digital visual fatigue
There are two types of blue light, good or bad. Watching electronic products at close range for a long time will expose everyone's eyes to a large amount of harmful blue light. Many people are beginning to worry about eye health. Parents are especially worried about their children's myopia.
"According to statistics, during the epidemic, children switched to online classes, and the degree of myopia progression increased more than before, from 25 to 50 degrees every six months in the past, and 75 to 100 degrees every six months under the epidemic." Calvin said that children’s myopia problems are indeed higher than before. It used to be serious; in addition, he reminded everyone to pay attention to the digital visual fatigue caused by harmful blue light: "In addition to causing digital visual fatigue, harmful blue light also has a negative impact on eye health and mood. Common symptoms of digital visual fatigue include glare, Headache, shoulder and neck pain, blurred vision, dry eyes, pain and burning around the eyes, etc."
Kwan Kwok-hui, president of the Hong Kong Optical Society, counts the symptoms of digital visual fatigue.
Ultraviolet rays damage the eyes, be careful to prevent diseases from entering the eyes
In addition to the threat of blue light on the eyes, Calvin explained that ultraviolet rays are more harmful to the eyes: "Ultraviolet rays are everywhere. Even if you go to work, go to school, go on the street, and eat, you cannot avoid exposure to ultraviolet rays throughout the year. Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays can damage your eyes. And the surrounding skin, severely may cause light-induced keratitis, DNA lesions of skin photoaging, cataracts, etc. In addition to the epidemic, we may be infected with the virus through the eyes. Everyone should prevent the disease from entering the eyes and be careful of the eyes. Protective measures."
The secret of eye protection lies in "anti-blue light, anti-UV, anti-virus"
Faced with threats to eye health, Calvin taught the secrets of eye protection: "We recommend that everyone wear lenses with full protection: anti-blue light, anti-UV and anti-virus, which can effectively reduce the impact of these threats. However, if you engage in long-term outdoor activities , Such as hiking or running, it is recommended to wear anti-UV400 sunglasses or color-changing glasses to block the dazzling glare. In addition to giving us clear vision, the glasses can also protect our eyes. The anti-virus function can help reduce viruses and bacteria from Eyes invade the body and provide comprehensive protection for the eyes. Comprehensive protection is especially important for children and frontline medical staff. Nowadays, lenses that provide comprehensive protection can also be found on the market to help block harmful blue light, reduce reflections, and provide comprehensive UV protection. virus."
Calvin recommends that everyone wear fully protective lenses to prevent the effects of blue light, UV and viruses.
Primary care is started by an optometrist "Comprehensive Optometry"
Health problems are often better than prevention. Calvin said that wearing glasses can help protect your eyes, and regular eye exams can help prevent the deterioration of eye problems: "It is recommended that you can go to the Optometry Center to seek the assistance of a registered optometrist for comprehensive ophthalmology. Optical examination. It is recommended that adults have their eyes tested once a year; while children’s eyes are in the growth stage, and the degree and structure of the eyes have relatively large changes, so it is recommended to have an eye examination every six months to ensure the accuracy of the glasses and eye health; for the elderly As needed, regular screening for ocular diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts."
Calvin recommends that you check with the optical centers and optical shops that have this label for inquiries and eye examinations.
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