How to choose sunglasses for kids
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Thanks to widespread awareness about the dangers of ultraviolet (UV) rays, most parents are vigilant about protecting kids? skin with sunblock, hats and clothing. But what?s often left out of the mix is a good pair of sunglasses?and that can spell future vision problems. We asked Yasmeen Syed, a licensed optician, instructor at Seneca College?s opticianry program and mom of two in Mississauga, Ont., for tips on choosing children?s sunglasses.
Do kids really need sunglasses"
Children are more susceptible to damage from ultraviolet (UV) rays, which can penetrate deep into the eye and increase the onset of problems like macular degeneration, cataracts and surface eye diseases. It?s really important we protect their vision, especially because kids spend lots of time outside and their eyes haven?t fully developed yet. They need sunglasses that protect against 100% of UVA and UVB rays, even on cloudy or overcast days?the rays penetrate through the clouds year-round. At what age should kids start wearing sunglasses"
I?d say two-and-a-half to three years old. When they?re younger than that, it?s physically difficult to do, but it gets easier as they get older.
Is a wide-brimmed hat a good alternative to sunglasses"
A wide-brimmed hat is a good idea, but it won?t replace sunglasses. The sun will reflect off the sidewalk, sand, water or snow from below, so it?s still getting into their eyes.
Don?t we need sunshine to generate vitamin D"
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