Ophthalmology Archives - Ribera Salud

Hugo Darriba and Adría Tobío from the Ribera Assistens Hospital

Experts warn that looking at a solar eclipse without protection can cause retinal damage in seconds.

August 5th, 2026

With an eye on the great solar eclipse scheduled for August 12, 2026, which will be visible from much of Spain, ophthalmology and optometry specialists from the Ribera healthcare group remind us of the importance of taking extra precautions to enjoy this astronomical phenomenon without putting our health at risk…

Ribera Salud ophthalmologists warn of eye injuries due to avoiding check-ups after confinement and due to the sun and summer chlorine

22 September 2025August 10th, 2020

Keratitis, conjunctival degeneration, retinal disorders, and irritant conjunctivitis are some of the consequences of prolonged exposure to the sun and pool water treatments. Healthcare professionals from the group recommend resuming eye checkups, especially for people with diabetes, hypertension, glaucoma, myopia, and hyperopia. Summer has arrived this year…