Watching Out For A Shady Deal

Could your sunglasses be giving you permanent eye damage? How to shop for the best kind of protection

Whether you're headed for the beach or the lake, or whether you just plan to hang out in the backyard this summer, you probably already know how to protect your skin against the sun's harmful rays. Just slip on a shirt, slap on a hat and slop on plenty of sunscreen, preferably with an SPF rating of at least 30. But are you doing everything you can to safeguard your eyes? Don't be so sure the answer is yes, even if you sport the latest in designer sunglasses.

Many shades on the market don't fully block the two main types of...

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