At present, cataracts are the main reason for blindness worldwide. It is a common eye condition characterized by the clouding of the lens, which leads to a gradual loss of vision if untreated.
UV radiation exposure increases the risk of cataract and eye cancer development as well as the burning of sensitive eye tissue. The sun releases radiation in a variety of forms. One type is the sunlight we can see. Another is the heat that comes from the sun.