Rest your eyes from screens

Long hours on a phone or computer can leave your eyes dry and tired.

The 20-20-20 habit

Every 20 minutes, look at something about 20 feet (6 metres) away for 20 seconds. Setting a repeating timer helps at first.

Set up your screen

• Place the screen about an arm's length away, with the top slightly below eye level.
• Reduce glare from windows and lamps.
• Match screen brightness to the room.
• Increase the text size so you are not squinting.

Give your eyes a break

• Blink often. People blink less when they look at screens.
• Use lubricating drops if your eyes feel dry and your eye doctor agrees.
• Spend time outside each day.