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L. J. Smith, Tight End of the Philadelphia Eagles, Knows the Importance of Protecting His Eyes from the Sun...Do You?
The sun’s harmful rays can damage not only our skin, but our eyes as well. Over exposure from ultraviolet radiation (UV) can lead to an increased risk of cataracts (a clouding of the lens of the eye) and damage to the retina.
Sunglasses filtering UV rays can help protect your eyes from these vision problems all year long. Transitions® (photochromic) lenses become darker when exposed to sunlight, which helps shield your eyes from harmful UV rays.
However, not all sunglasses provide 100% UV protection. With summer quickly approaching, it’s important to make sure you have the right sunglasses.
If you’re unsure, ask the expert opticians in our eyewear center, Eyeworks, about the many options and brands available for UV protection.
DID YOU KNOW?:
- We are exposed to ultraviolet radiation (UV) from the sun everyday, even if it’s cloudy?
- Two types of sunlight affect the eye—UVA can increase cataract development whereas UVB can severely damage the retina?
- Polarized sun lenses provide glare free vision, enhanced contrast vision, 100% UV protection, outstanding color perception and reduce eye fatigue from the sun’s bright light?
You can get 50% off sun wear from The Eye Institute’s Eyewear Center (Eye Works) with a coupon?
- A Coupon is on page six of The Eye Institute’s Eyesight Newsletter.
- Or click to print out a coupon now.
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