Can Bluelight in the normal environment cause retinal problems?
Bluelight in extremely high intensity, such as staring directly at the sun, especially through binoculars or a telescope, can cause retinal disorders. No one should stare at the sun under any conditions. That is why, before a solar eclipse, eyecare professionals issue warnings through the media and describe methods to safely view the eclipse. Concerning senile macular degeneration or other age related diseases, it has not been shown that the bluelight in the normal sunlit environment is associated with any retinal disorder. 9. Do sunglasses have regulations? Sunglasses are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as medical devices. Domestic manufacturers and importers of sunglasses must register with the FDA, and are subject to numerous reporting requirements and good manufacturing practice inspections. The lenses must be impact resistant (not shatterproof) and the frames must be non-flammable. All sunglasses must be labeled with the name and address of the manufacturer or
