In this section I am going to be talking about the health problems related to ICT.

 

Eye strain

Eyes can become strained after staring at a computer screen for a long time, particularly if working in bad light, in glare or with a flickering screen. Fortunately, eyestrain is usually a temporary problem.

Symptoms include:

• Burning or itching eyes

• Blurring or double vision

• Headache

• Nausea

• Fatigue

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Solutions:

• Use monitors which don't flicker

• Have blinds at the windows so that the sun doesn't shine directly on the screen

• Use suitable lights that disperse light evenly and don't shine on the screen

• Use a screen filter

• Keep your eyes at least 18 inches from the screen

• Regularly look away from the screen and focus on something in the distance

• Take regular breaks - at least 5 minutes break every hour

• Have regular eye tests and wear glasses if prescribed