Sunglasses Are A Necessity! Practice "Safe Sight"
Put UV Rating Before Fashion Style !
UVA - UVB - HEV - All Are Harmful Rays
It does us no good to look fashionable in the latest designer sunglasses if they offer no UV protection. The radiation from ultraviolet rays are the dangerous part of sunlight that contributes to eye disease and blindness.
Always look for the little sticker that says UVA/UVB protection. It is recommended by the FDA who oversees the marketing and manufacturing of sunglasses that they offer you 99%-100% protection. The label should read either UV 400 or 100% UV protection.
There is also another harmful ray coming from the sun known as near-UV or "Blue Light". They are HEV rays which is High Energy Visible Light. This is the sunlight that causes blinding sun glare that we experience while driving when the sun is rising or setting - usually during rush hour. If you've ever been caught in that glare while driving without eye protection then you know how scary and dangerous the blinding effect can be. You literally are blind and cannot see in front of you while driving. Serious accidents have occurred due to sun glare and can be avoided if everyone has protective eyewear while on the road. Too much exposure to HEV rays can also cause macular degeneration and other eye disease.
Don't forget to protect the eyes of children. A lifetime of sun exposure can damage them as well. It may be difficult to keep them on an infant or young child but the benefit will pay off in the long run. There are many adorable styles for children now as companies have been made aware of the need. A young child who cannot speak yet may show obvious relief when you place the glasses on them and they can relax and stop squirming and squinting in the sunlight. The plastic toy sunglasses are not effective and should not be worn as protection outdoors.
Remember to have an annual eye exam. Slight changes in the eye from year to year can have a big impact if a potential problem is not identified by your eye doctor in time. Preventive care is very important. Make your appointment today!
New Techniques Slow Progress of Age-Related Vision Loss
# Age-related macular degeneration causes central vision loss
# Age is primary risk factor; other factors: obesity, smoking, high blood pressure
# Two forms of AMD: wet and dry; until recently few treatments were available
# Injections containing anti-growth factor can slow progress of wet AMD
- MACULAR DEGENERATION
- Embedded video from CNN Video
DOLCE GABBANA Sunglasses at Amazon
AUTHENTIC DOLCE&GABBANA SUNGLASSES DG 6036-B TORTOISE 6036B 502/73
Amazon Price: $224.00 (as of 12/25/2009) 
DOLCE GABBANA 6036B color 50187 Sunglasses
Amazon Price: $229.99 (as of 12/25/2009)
DOLCE & GABBANA D&G 8031 501/87 BLACK PLASTIC SUNGLASSES
Amazon Price: $69.99 (as of 12/25/2009)
DG Eyewear Sunglasses Brown 26163
Amazon Price: (as of 12/25/2009)
Dolce & Gabbana Sunglasses - DG 2039B / Frame: Silver & Black Lens: Gray Gradient
Amazon Price: $156.00 (as of 12/25/2009)
Do We Need Sunglasses on Cloudy Days or in The Wintertime?
Wear sunglasses that include a warranty stating they provide 99-100% UVA and UVB (broad-spectrum) protection.
Extended exposure to the sun's UV rays has been linked to eye damage, including cataracts, macular degeneration, pingueculae and pterygia and photokeratitis that can cause temporary vision loss.
Take Good Care of Those Peepers
You Only Get One Set !
The Eye Care Revolution: Prevent and Reverse Common Vision Problems
Amazon Price: $10.88 (as of 12/25/2009)
The Physician's Guide to Eye Care
Amazon Price: $88.00 (as of 12/25/2009)
Clinical Procedures in Primary Eye Care
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Dermalogica Total Eye Care With SPF 15 15ml/0.5oz
Amazon Price: $36.95 (as of 12/25/2009)
Evidence-Based Eye Care
Amazon Price: $110.00 (as of 12/25/2009)
Don't Burn Your Eyeballs !
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BABY DIOR Sunglasses at Amazon
Protect those Baby Blues!
Christian Dior CD BABY SHINE/S VK6 Sunglasses
Amazon Price: $159.99 (as of 12/25/2009)
Christian Dior CD BABY SHINE SBI Sunglasses
Amazon Price: $49.99 (as of 12/25/2009)
CHRISTIAN DIOR BABY SHINE color SBJ8T Sunglasses
Amazon Price: $159.99 (as of 12/25/2009)
Christian Dior Baby Shine/s Sunglasses - Color Code: SBJ8T
Amazon Price: $149.97 (as of 12/25/2009)
CHRISTIAN DIOR BABY SHINE color VK6NA Sunglasses
Amazon Price: $159.99 (as of 12/25/2009)
Sunglasses for Kids on Amazon
Kids Sunglasses UV400 Rated Ages 3-10 (Crimson)
Amazon Price: $9.95 (as of 12/25/2009)
Baby Banz Kidz Banz Ultimate Polarized Sunglasses, Blue
Amazon Price: $19.99 (as of 12/25/2009)
New York Yankees Kids Sunglasses
Amazon Price: $12.95 (as of 12/25/2009)
New England Patriots Kid's Sunglasses - NFL Football Fan Shop Sports Team Merchandise
Amazon Price: $15.95 (as of 12/25/2009)
Melissa & Doug - Sunny Patch Blossom Bright UV-rated Flip-Up Sunglasses
Amazon Price: $5.71 (as of 12/25/2009)
Great Shades on AMAZON for Ladies
NEW BLACK VINTAGE LADY GAGA POKER FACE JUST DANCE SUNGLASSES
Amazon Price: $24.99 (as of 12/25/2009)
NEW VINTAGE LADY GAGA POKER FACE JUST DANCE SUNGLASSES
Amazon Price: $24.99 (as of 12/25/2009)
NEW WHITE VINTAGE LADY GAGA POKER FACE JUST DANCE SUNGLASSES
Amazon Price: $24.99 (as of 12/25/2009)
Ladies Square Frame Fashion Sunglasses with Gradient Lens - Brown
Amazon Price: $19.99 (as of 12/25/2009)
Lady Gaga 80's Sunglasses (Striped)
Amazon Price: $8.99 (as of 12/25/2009)
OAKLEY Sunglasses on eBay !
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POLARIZED Sunglass at AMAZON
Light reflects off of flat or smooth surfaces such as the road, your car hood, water and snow and is considered horizontally polarized. Polarized lenses in sunglasses are made to counteract that by blocking the light with vertically oriented polarizers. So, the result is a much clearer line of vision and a great reduction of the sun glare that can be annoying and painful to sensitive eyes as well as extremely dangerous.
The result: a reduction in annoying and sometimes dangerous glare.
Oakley Men's Polarized Dispatch Polarized Sunglasses,Black/Dark Grey History Text Frame/Black Iridium Polarized Lens,one size
Amazon Price: $170.00 (as of 12/25/2009)
Lacoste Men's LA 12445P Sunglasses,Green Black Frame/Green Polarized Lens,one size
Amazon Price: $150.00 (as of 12/25/2009)
Carrera Superior Metal Sunglasses,Shiny Gunmetal Frame/Green Lens,one size
Amazon Price: $110.00 (as of 12/25/2009)
Bolle Sport Recoil Sunglasses (Shiny Black/Polarized TNS)
Amazon Price: $51.99 (as of 12/25/2009)
Oakley Men's Hijinx Augie's Quest Iridium Polarized Sunglasses,Polished Black Frame/Black Lens,one size
Amazon Price: $190.00 (as of 12/25/2009)
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