Quebec Health Department reports 28 cases of eye damage linked to solar eclipse

40 cases of eclipse-related eye damage reported in Quebec so far

Quebec optometrists have confirmed 40 cases of eclipse-related eye damage since the solar event on April 8, and health officials say there could be more.

Quebec Health Department Reports 28 Cases of Eye Damage Linked to Solar Eclipse

Quebec’s Health Department says it has received 28 reports of eye damage related to the April 8 total solar eclipse that passed over southern parts of the province. The 28 cases reported as of April 17 include inflammation of the cornea, dry eyes and solar retinopathy, which is a permanent burn to the retina. The path of totality—where the sun is completely covered by the moon, resulting in a period of darkness—crossed through the regions of Mon…

Quebec Health Department reports 28 cases of eye damage linked to solar eclipse

In anticipation of the astronomical event, officials advised people to wear certified eclipse glasses to prevent eye damage when looking directly at the sun

Quebec Health Ministry reports 28 cases of eye damage following eclipse

Reported damage varies from inflammation of corneas to dry eyes and permanent burns to retinas.

Quebec Health Department reports 28 cases of eye damage linked to solar eclipse

MONTREAL — Quebec’s Health Department says it has received 28 reports of eye damage related to the April 8 total solar eclipse that passed over southern parts of the province. The 28 cases reported as of April 17 include inflammation of the cornea, dry eyes and solar retinopathy, which is a permanent burn to the […]

Quebec Health Department reports 28 cases of eye damage linked to solar eclipse

MONTREAL — Quebec's Health Department says it has received 28 reports of eye damage related to the April 8 total solar eclipse that passed over southern parts of the province.