Circadian Rhythms & Blue Light

Presenter: Jackie O’Keefe, ABOC
Our ophthalmic world has been paying close attention to blue light rays lately. Whether artificial or from the sun, Blue Violet light rays known as High Energy Visible (HEV) light may cause harm to the human eye. HEV also has a definite effect on our daily rhythms. With the increasing use of electronics like smartphones, tablets and laptops, our exposure to blue light is intensifying. Discover how our natural hormonal rhythms (circadian rhythms) function and the role that HEV plays in our daily lives and what to recommend for your patients.