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A warning has been issued to anybody sporting sun shades as this spell of scorching climate continues throughout the UK.

After a heat and sunny weekend, Brits have been out absorbing the sunshine in parks, seashores and countryside trails (in addition to pub gardens).

And in keeping with the Met Office, we’re in for one more sunny week, with temperatures anticipated to soar to as excessive as 23C on Friday, May 1.

But for those who’re reaching for a pair of shades, specialists are warning that your low-cost sunnies should be correctly licensed – or it may find yourself wrecking your eyesight.

Alex Day, a guide ophthalmologist at Moorfields eye hospital, informed the Guardian: “When you buy fake sunglasses, you are gambling with your sight. Counterfeit eyewear is uniquely dangerous because it usually features dark-tinted lenses with absolutely zero UV protection. From a medical perspective, wearing them is actually significantly worse than wearing no sunglasses at all.”

The College of Optometrists explains how sunshine can injury your eyes and tells households the precise certifications they need to be looking for which shall be printed on the glasses on a sticker, or detailed in its packaging – BS EN ISO 12312-1:2013.

It says: “Bright sunshine is not only dazzling, it can also cause long term damage to your eyes. Sunglasses protect you from glare and also from harmful ultraviolet light, which can cause cataracts and may be linked to macular degeneration. Children are vulnerable to UV because they have larger pupils and clearer lenses in their eyes.

“When purchasing sunglasses, look for ones that have the “CE” Mark or British Standard BS EN ISO 12312-1:2013, which ensures that the sun shades supply a secure stage of UV safety.

A typical false impression about sun shades is that the darker the lens, the extra safety they provide. There are a wide range of tints out there for sun shades, so you possibly can select one to go well with you. If you might be out within the solar for lengthy durations, you might wish to contemplate wraparound sun shades for higher safety. And don’t overlook – a wide-brimmed hat presents nice safety, too!”