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UV Protection: Dressing Safe in the Sun

June 2, 2015

Sunscreen is important in protecting your skin from harmful UV rays. Certain clothing can also offer UV protection. Learn how you can protect yourself. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Categorized as: Cancer Care, Skin Care
Tagged with: sun damage, sun safety, sunglasses, sunscreen, uv protection
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A Look at Eye-conic Glasses

April 17, 2015

A look at the history of popular eye glasses. View this infographic for examples of each type of popular shades and discover the history behind them! Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health
Tagged with: aviators, clubmaster, eye glasses, iconic, Jacqueline Kennedy, John F. Kennedy, metal frames, shutter shades, sunglasses, the jackie, UPMC Eye Center Optical Shops, wayfarer
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Sunglasses: Protecting Your Eyes in the Winter Months

January 23, 2015

When dressing for the winter, don't forget to wear sunglasses. Learn about sunburn on the cornea and find out how UV rays can hurt your eyes in the winter. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health
Tagged with: cataracts, dry eye, eye irritation, eye redness, macular degeneration, skiers, snow, snow glare, snowboarders, sun rays, sunburn on cornea, sunglasses, UPMC Eye Center, UV rays, winter
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Selecting the Best Sunglasses

June 26, 2014

Learn about the differences between common types of sunglasses and pick up our recommendations to help you choose the best pair for your lifestyle. Learn More

Categorized as: Eye Health
Tagged with: cornea, macular degeneration, photokeratitis, polarized lenses, Scott Drexler, sunburn, sunglasses, surgery cataract, UPMC Eye Center
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Infographic: Protect Your Skin: Sunscreen 101

June 22, 2014

Learn some easy tips on how to use sunscreen to protect your skin this summer by reviewing our infographic on proper sunscreen application. Learn More

Categorized as: Cancer Care, Skin Care
Tagged with: Hillman Cancer Center, infographic, skin cancer, skin cancer screening, skin care, SPF, SPF 30, sunglasses, sunscreen

UV Protection: Dressing Safe in the Sun

A Look at Eye-conic Glasses

Sunglasses: Protecting Your Eyes in the Winter Months

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