They absolutely do! Damage to eyes from exposure to the suns harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation is cumulative over our lifetime. Because kids spend much more time outdoors than most adults do, sunglasses that block 100 percent UV are especially important for children. Some experts estimate that u...

Are prescription sunglasses a good idea? You may sometimes find yourself driving down the road, sun shining in your eyes, as you search in vain for those clip-on or magnetically attached sun lenses that came with your prescription eyeglasses. At times like these, you might find that prescription ...

Your eyes are an important part of your health. There are many things you can do to keep them healthy and make sure you are seeing your best. Follow these simple steps for maintaining healthy eyes well into your golden years. Have a Comprehensive Dilated Eye Exam You might think your vision is f...

Polarized sunglasses always have been very popular among people who spend a lot of time near water. And for good reason — polarized lenses block glare from light reflecting off the surface of the water better than an other type of sunglass lenses. But sunglasses aren’t just for people who love ...

Photochromic lenses are eyeglass lenses that are clear (or nearly clear) indoors and darken automatically when exposed to sunlight. Other terms sometimes used for photochromic lenses include “light-adaptive lenses” and “variable tint lenses.” The most popular brand of photochromic lenses sold in ...

Sports sunglasses could give an edge to athletes at all levels, including amateur “weekend warriors” who always are looking for ways to improve their performance in the sports they love. But in their rush to try the latest and greatest gear, such as new tennis racquets or shoes, many sports enthu...