NHG Eye Institute supports

World Sight Day 2012

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The UV Index is a measure of UV radiation. The higher the number, the faster it takes for eye and skin damage to occur. Singapore has a UV Index of 10 to 13 throughout the year.
Reference from World Health Organization (WHO) http://who.int
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UV: Ultraviolet

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World Sight Day 2012

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Reference from World Health Organization (WHO) http://who.int

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UV: Ultraviolet

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World Sight Day 2012

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The UV Index is a measure of UV radiation. The higher the number, the faster it takes for eye and skin damage to occur. Singapore has a UV Index of 10 to 13 throughout the year.
Reference from World Health Organization (WHO) http://who.int
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UV: Ultraviolet

2012

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10-13
(World Health Organization) http://who.int

2012

(World Health Organization) http://who.int

2012

10-13
(World Health Organization) http://who.int

NHG Eye Institute supports

World Sight Day 2012

The Ultraviolet (UV) Index was developed by World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations Environment Program and the World Meteorological Organisation to raise awareness about the harmful effects of UV radiation. It measures the level of UV radiation at any given location. The higher the number, the faster it takes for eye and skin damage to occur. However, the levels of UV radiation vary throughout the day and it is affected by environmental factors. By knowing the UV Index, you can take protective measures for yourself and your family.

Reference from World Health Organization (WHO) http://who.int

Use sunglasses with UV protection

Use a hat/umbrella for additional protection

Dont forget your sunscreen

2012

(World Health Organization) http://who.int