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People watch a partial solar eclipse using special glasses at the Al Thuraya Astronomy Center, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022.

Video. How to protect your eyes while watching the solar eclipse

Updated: 11/08/2026 - 17:56 GMT+2

As thousands of people prepare to watch a solar eclipse on 12 August, eye-health experts are urging viewers to use proper protective eyewear to avoid potentially serious damage to their vision.

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