By Jennifer Waller, Contributing Editor
Tuesday, September 13, 2016 2:32 AM
Blue light is a hot topic, and there has been much discussion in optical about its effects. In an effort to educate eyecare professionals on the beneficial effects of blue light, Spy Optic sponsored an ECP market research study on blue light conducted by Jobson Optical Research and a continuing education course, both free of charge.
Blue light management is at the heart of Spy’s objectives. The company started leveraging the beneficial power of the sun’s long-wave blue light in 2013 when it first launched the Happy Lens and continues to lead the way when it comes to using this proprietary lens technology in its eyewear products. The key feature of the color and contrast enhancing Happy Lens is that it protects the eyes against harmful shortwave blue light and UV rays, while letting in benefcial long-wave blue light, which studies show can result in uplifted mood and alertness. Spy’s goal is to demystify the belief that all blue light is bad for you and bring attention to the fact that the right blue light can do wonders for your overall well-being.
Jim Sepanek, executive vice president of Spy Optic, said, “Spy is happy to sponsor the study and the CE course as we endeavor to learn more and share information about the field of blue light management and more importantly, the happy side of blue light.” Being educated on long-wave blue light is a positive first step toward healthier vision. To download your complimentary copy of the ECP Blue Light research study (available at no charge until Sept. 30, regularly $199), go to www.jobsonresearch.com/bluelight.