by Valley Eyecare Center | Mar 24, 2026 | Eye Care Tips, Eye Health, Sunglasses
Phoenix is one of the sunniest cities in the entire United States — with over 300 days of sunshine per year. While that’s great news for outdoor enthusiasts, weekend hikers, and pool lovers, it poses a very real and often overlooked threat to your long-term eye...
by Valley Eyecare Center | Jul 24, 2024 | Sunglasses
One of the best tools for protecting your eyesight is something you probably already own: sunglasses! People often underrate just how useful sunglasses are. You really should be wearing shades whenever you go out in the day, because they bring so many benefits. Why...
by Valley Eyecare Center | Jul 26, 2023 | Eye Health, Eye Safety, Sunglasses
Sunglasses aren’t just for looking fabulous! They’re also for protecting your eye health from UV radiation. Just like you wouldn’t go outside without sunscreen, you shouldn’t head into the hot desert sun without that perfect pair of shades. What is UV Radiation?...
by Valley Eyecare Center | May 24, 2023 | Eye Health, Sunglasses
Sunglasses are one of the coolest accessories around. It’s hard not to look sharp when you’re wearing a pair of shades. However, if the cool factor isn’t enough for you, we’ve got excuses backed by science! Here are four compelling reasons why you should wear...
by Valley Eyecare Center | Jul 3, 2019 | Eye Health, Eye Safety, Sunglasses
July is UV Safety Month Summer is here in Arizona, and our sun is shining brightly. July is UV Safety Month, and it’s a great time to reflect on whether or not you’re protecting your eyes properly. What UV Rays Can Do to Your Eyes We’ve likely been told about the...
by Valley Eyecare Center | May 29, 2019 | Eye Health, Sunglasses
Summer has arrived in Phoenix and it’s a good time to start thinking about how to best protect our eyes. We know UV rays are harmful to our eyes, but what are the risks and how important are sunglasses to our eye health? How UV Rays Can Damage Our Eyes UV rays are...
