By Maureen Ojinaka
Dr. Emeka Ossai, an Ophthalmologist, at the Arema Eye clinic Enugu, has recommended use of sun shades during the dry season to reduce spread of conjunctivitis popularly known as ‘Apollo’, which is an airborne disease.
Ossai gave the advice in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Friday, in Enugu.
He said the purpose of the sun shade was to reduce the effect of sun on the eyes.
“Sun glasses help to reduce the emission from the rays of sun, which also reduces the effect of ultra radiation of the sun.
The Ophthalmologist said that it was healthy to use sun shades especially now that the dust has increased due to change in weather condition.
According to him, conjunctivitis is caused by bacteria, and it is airborne disease, which can be highly contagious.
NAN reports that the demand for sun shades has increased in Enugu, as many residents express fear of contacting conjunctivitis, an eye disease generally…
Source: News Agency of Nigeria
