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August 20, 2017
Shilpa Rose, M.D., as she appeared on WUSA 9, gives advice on how to safely view the upcoming solar eclipse of the sun.
A solar eclipse of the sun is a very uncommon event in North America. The last total eclipse of the sun in the United States was in 1918 when the path of totality traveled from Washington to Florida.
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Shilpa Rose, M.D.: View Eclipse with Only ISO Eye Protection | Fox 5 News
August 20, 2017
Dr. Shilpa Rose shares these tips on Fox 5 for safely viewing the upcoming solar eclipse. Directly viewing the sun, including an eclipse, can cause permanent damage to your eyes. Direct damage to your retina can result from the sun's powerful, but harmful, light rays.
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Dr. Shilpa Rose appeared on Fox 5 to talk...
Solar Eclipse Can Blind | Protect Your Eyes and Vision
August 11, 2017
Staring at the sun or a solar eclipse without proper solar filters can lead to blindness. The Great American Eclipse 2017 will occur on August 21, 2017. Be prepared to witness this unique astronomical event with proper “eclipse glasses” or solar viewers. The sun can directly cause damage to the retina. Your cornea and lens are not affected by the sun’s...