BRIGHT EYES

That painful, stinging sensation you get in your eyes after walking to lunch when it’s hot could actually be… sunburn. Yikes! Beyond wearing sunglasses, give your peepers extra protection by investing in UV-blocking spectacles or contact lenses.

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That painful, stinging sensation you get in your eyes after walking to lunch when it’s hot could actually be… sunburn. Yikes! Beyond wearing sunglasses, give your peepers extra protection by investing in UV-blocking spectacles or contact lenses.

We like the 1-Day Acuvue Define with Laceron Contact Lenses ($64 per box, authorised opticians) that have a new technology to lock in moisture, while fending off at least 82 per cent of UVA radiation and 97 per cent of UVB radiation.

60 The percentage of Singaporeans who experience neck and back pains while using mobile devices. This is the result of “text neck”, a repetitive strain injury caused by using gadgets like smartphones for prolonged periods with your head drooped. Just tilting your head forward by 30 degrees exerts an 18kg pressure on your spine! This causes wear and tear, and may lead to spinal complications over time. Combat this by taking frequent breaks and holding your devices at eye level.