Many patients are concerned about wearing contact lenses during Covid-19. Here are some clarifications to help ease concerns during this unprecedented time.
You can keep wearing contact lenses during Covid-19, but be sure to follow these safety tips.
Thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds and dry your hands completely before handling your contact lenses.
Daily disposable contact lenses are ideal to minimize the risk for eye infections
Never sleep with your contact lenses in your eyes
Never use tap water to rinse your contact lenses
If you are feeling unwell, stop wearing your contacts until you feel better. As soon as you recover, put in a fresh pair.
Can glasses protect me?
Much information has been circulating on the internet that wearing glasses can protect you against Covid-19. This is false. There is no evidence that regular eyeglasses can protect against Covid-19. You need to clean your glasses as well!
