Harmful effects on the eye caused by smart devices
acuity. Blue light damages the light-sensitive cells in retina. Macular degeneration disease
can lead to permanent loss of eyesight.
Both of these diseases can not be cured but it is possible to prevent them. The best prevention
would be to avoid the use of smart devices. If there is a need to look at the screen for longer
period the screen light should be adjusted to lower level. Another important thing is to blink
the eyes to keep them moistured. Also, there are programs for computers and smartphones
designed specifically to protect the eyes from blue light radiation. It is also possible to buy
protective glasses that protect the eyes and special cover screens which can be placed onto the
smart device.
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USED LITERATURE
AMD – Maakula degeneratsioon (2016). Eesti Nägemistervisekeskus.
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Blue Light and Macular Degeneration
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