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June Gloom in Long Beach can make the sun feel less intense, but cloudy skies do not mean your eyes are fully protected. UV rays still pass through cloud cover, and over time, that exposure can affect the health and comfort of your eyes. At Long Beach Vision Care, we remind our patients that eye protection matters even when the beach, sidewalks, and roads look overcast.

Spring in Long Beach can be beautiful, but it can also bring irritated eyes. Pollen, ocean air, wind, and more time outdoors can all leave your eyes feeling red, gritty, watery, or uncomfortable. The tricky part is that seasonal allergies and dry eye can feel similar, but they are not always treated the same way. Understanding the difference can help you know when to use simple at-home care and when it is time to schedule an eye exam.