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Description of ultraviolet radiation (UVR), its sources and advice on protection from exposure.
Batch recall alert for human eye gels that may be prescribed by vets and used under the cascade.
Product recall for UV light presenting a serious risk of exposure to UV-C radiation.
Photosensitivity reactions are known side effects of methotrexate treatment and can be severe. Patients should be advised to take precautions to protect their skin in the sun.
You may need to tell DVLA if you have a medical condition affecting one or both eyes - report it online or download a form to let them know
You do not need to tell DVLA if you have monocular vision and can meet the visual standards for driving
Exposure to ultraviolet radiation (UVR) constitutes a significant health risk to people, with the sun being the main source of UVR for most.
An overview of the NHS diabetic eye screening (DES) programme, its services and contact information.
Cutaneous malignant melanoma and occupational exposure to (natural) UV radiation in pilots and aircrew.
A study on a range of products which were promoted for reducing the risk of catching COVID-19.
This is the council’s note about non-melanoma skin cancer and occupational exposure to (natural) ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Advice for medical professionals to follow when assessing drivers with visual disorders.
This publication (Documents of the NRPB volume 13 number 1) contains the conclusions on the health effects of UVR from the AGNIR.
Advises on how to consider light within the planning system.
These publications explain diabetic retinopathy and support the NHS diabetic eye screening (DES) programme.
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