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Our dry eye blog — hay fever sunglasses

Are you suffering from itchy eyes due to hay fever? Check out our pollen barrier sunglasses

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The UK is one of the most prevalent countries in the world for cases of hay fever and it's getting worse. 

In research by Allergy UK, a massive 49% of people reported experiencing hay fever symptoms.

Is hay fever getting worse?

Looking a bit deeper into the statistics there is evidence that some types of pollen are getting more severe, while other types are starting earlier in the year or lasting for a longer period

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Oak tree pollen seasons are starting earlier and lasting longer, but are not becoming more severe, while birch tree pollen seasons are not changing in...

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Enjoy al fresco dining without the itch! This year. Every year.

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The recent spell of warm, sunny and dry weather from early morning through to dusk has been perfect for eating meals outdoors. This is summer at its best!

But it comes at a price for hay fever sufferers. The weather has brought very high grass pollen levels right across the UK and for many that means itchy, streaming, sore eyes when you are outdoors.

There is a simple way to enjoy the outdoors without the itch! It does not involve taking any drugs. It is perfectly natural. And it lasts year after year.

Hay fever sunglasses keep out the pollen and...

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Stop the itch fast by wearing our hayfever sunglasses!

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The current run of warm, dry and sunny weather is being enjoyed by many.

But if you are one of the 20% of hay fever sufferers in the UK** you probably dread the arrival of Spring because it brings you a host of symptoms, including one that must surely be the most irritating...Yes, I'm talking about itchy eyes.

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** NHS statistic

It's already been a bad year for hay fever. It's about to get a whole lot worse

The balmy weather in April and May brought higher birch and oak pollen...

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Are your eyes sore and irritated through an allergic reaction? Here's what you can do to avoid it.

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If, like many people, you suffer from an eye allergy (allergic conjunctivitis) you will know that it can be a frustrating and unpleasant experience.

As a direct result of your allergy, your eyes are probably feeling irritated. They may sting, you may experience excessive tearing, redness and swelling and you probably suffer from photophobia (light sensitivity).

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Some allergens are seasonal, such as pollen and mould spores, but indoor allergens such as dust mites and pet dander can cause eye allergies year-round. They can be difficult to eradicate and are often aggravated...

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Enjoy being in the garden in Autumn but hate the wind blasting your eyes?

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If you are a dry eye sufferer, you will know the discomfort of having sore eyes after a short time out in the garden on a windy day. If you are out in a cold wind, you may find that one or both of your eyes waters profusely, and as a result you can't see what you are doing because the tears blur your vision.

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