Londoners spend 171 hours a year waiting for and riding the Underground
Briefly

A study of 2,000 adults highlights that London commuters face significant stress and fatigue, with 35% feeling stressed and 31% tired due to commuting. Concerns over pollution affect 72% of respondents, and three-quarters believe that traveling on the Underground harms their eye health. Many experience symptoms like dry and strained eyes after their journeys, with environment variables like dry air and pollutants exacerbating these issues. Dr. Nigel Best from Specsavers warns of these problems leading to chronic conditions without proper management, emphasizing a need for awareness regarding eye health in commuters.
A study reveals that London commuters frequently experience stress and tiredness linked to pollution and prolonged exposure to the Underground's challenging environment, impacting their eye health.
Dr. Nigel Best emphasizes the negative effects of the London Underground on commuters’ eyes, citing dry air and pollutants as significant contributors to discomfort and increased eye health issues.
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