Contact lens wearers urged to switch to glasses during COVID-19 pandemic
Those who wear contact lenses may want to switch to glasses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many who wear contact lenses during the COVID-19 pandemic may wish to turn to glasses. On March 10 the American Academy of Ophthalmology released safety measures for the eyes, as evidence suggests that the novel coronavirus may be transmissible through the eyes. People are Instructed to avoid rubbing their eyes, touching their faces and touching surfaces that may have been exposed to the virus. People who wear contact lenses touch their eyes often when putting on and removing contacts. They also tend to touch their eyes and faces more often than others who don't wear contact lenses. The American Academy of Ophthalmology published protective precautions for the eyes on March 10, as research suggests the novel coronavirus may be transmissible through the skin. People are advised to avoid rubbing their eyes, scratching their faces and scratching virus-exposed surfaces. Those who wear con...