Doctor discusses protecting your eyes during an eclipse.

Newswise — Calvin Eshbaugh, MD, at Baylor Scott & White Health, discusses protecting your eyes during an eclipse.

What You Need to Know:

• If you stare at the sun during an eclipse, you could cause permanent vision damage.
• Beware of fake solar eclipse glasses.
• Sunglasses are not recommended.
• Making a pinhole camera can be a safe viewing option.
• Eye damage still can occur if looking through a camera or phone.

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