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therewith. /Foster Grant) - No matter what season it is, skin
isn't the only thing that gets burned by sunlight. Eyes are just
as sensitive, and children's eyes are especially vulnerable.
"The crystalline lens in children's and teenagers' eyes is more
transparent than in adults, which makes them more susceptible to
cornea and retina damage from the sun," says Corinne McCormack,
spokesperson for The Vision Council and Fashion Director at FGX
International, Inc. "Having your kids wear sunglasses while
outdoors is actually as important as getting them to wear hats
and sunscreen." The Vision Council just launched a Bureau of
Missing Sunglasses initiative informing adults and children that
"sunglasses are absolutely critical for keeping vision safe from
UV damage," as stated in their 2012 report. So, what can you do
to protect your you