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OLVG: No major increase in reports of eye damage after eclipse so far

OLVG: No major increase in reports of eye damage after eclipse so far

The OLVG hospital in Amsterdam has not yet seen a significant increase in patients reporting eye damage following the recent solar eclipse. While there is no current surge in emergency visits, ophthalmologists noted a few inquiries from general practitioners regarding potential symptoms.

Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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