Watching the Solar Eclipse on Monday, August 21? Learn How to Protect Your Eyes!

We are all anxiously awaiting the solar eclipse, a rare and spectacular event, on Monday, August 21, 2017! We want to make sure your eyes stay safe!
 
Looking at the sun directly or without proper protection during a solar eclipse can cause severe and permanent damage to your eyes and even vision loss. The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) has many resources on their site to help you prepare and view the eclipse safely. We recommend you read the following articles and pick up a pair of solar eclipse approved glasses or viewers before Monday, if you are planning to watch or record the event:
 

• Solar Eclipse Eye Safety
• How to Safely Watch the Great American Eclipse of 2017
• How the Sun Can Burn Your Retina in Seconds (Video)
• Where to Get Solar Eclipse Sunglasses, Updated Advice
• How to Photograph an Eclipse
• Safe Solar Eclipse Viewing - Infographic
• How I Bought Fake Eclipse Sunglasses

 
Please be sure to share this with family, friends, and coworkers who are also planning to watch the event so you can all watch safely and protect your eyes and vision.
 
If you have any questions for us, please do not hesitate to call us at 508-746-8600.
 
Enjoy!