Polarized sunglasses have been popular for years with boaters and fishermen who need to reduce reflected glare from the water surrounding them. But now that many others who spend time outdoors have discovered the benefits of polarized lenses, interest in these types of sunglasses has soared. Besides boaters, outdoor enthusiasts who benefit the most from…

Ultraviolet (UV) Light – The Damaging Effect on Young Eyes Children receive more annual sun exposure than adults because many of their activities are outdoor-based, including school recess, sports and playtime. This increased exposure to sunlight also increases children’s exposure to damaging ultraviolet (UV) light – an invisible, electromagnetic radiation emitted by the sun. Children’s…

Because they do not realize that a problem exists, millions of Americans, from infants to seniors, have uncorrected vision conditions, whether it is easily corrected near-and far-sightedness, to something more involved such as such as glaucoma. Some vision problems have no warning signs, but if left untreated, can cause permanent vision loss. That is why…