rubbing on Gloucestershire Dailyhttps://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/tags/rubbing/Recent content in rubbing on Gloucestershire DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usTue, 12 May 2026 12:26:41 +0000The common hay fever habit that could be permanently damaging your eyesighthttps://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/the-common-hay-fever-habit-that-could-be-permanently-damaging-your-eyesight/Tue, 12 May 2026 12:26:41 +0000https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/the-common-hay-fever-habit-that-could-be-permanently-damaging-your-eyesight/Every year, millions of Britons struggle with hay fever, experiencing symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, and itchy, watery eyes. According to Allergy UK, nearly half of the population—49%—report hay fever symptoms, making the UK one of the countries with the highest allergy rates worldwide. However, eye experts warn that a common response to hay fever—rubbing itchy eyes—can cause more harm than most realize. Persistent eye rubbing during allergy season can lead to significant and potentially permanent damage to the eyes.