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What is Blue Light and How Does it Damage Your Eyes?

Blue light comes from all computers, cell phones and digital devices. It is very stressful to our body and our eyes. Headaches, fatigue, eye strain, dryness of the eyes are all symptoms of excessive blue light exposure.

Floresent lights and some LED lights emit too much blue light and can create discomfort to the human body. Light bulbs are rated by color temperature and each bulb will label its color temperature. Look for bulbs that are 2700k color tempature for greatest comfort. Avoid looking at any computerized devices for more than 20 minutes at a time before your eyes gaze are away and outdoors for a few minutes.

Salem Eye Clinic can perscribe new blue blocking anti glare lenses for your computer and smart phone demands.