The past month has been a very interesting time for all of us and has forced a serious re calibration of the meaning of word “normal.” While most of the country still seems to be stocking up on TP and hand sanitizer, we are keeping up on the latest research where it comes to eye health!

Whether you wear contact lenses from the time you wake up to the time you go to bed, stick them in before sneaking out of the house for a bike ride in the sunshine, or don’t wear contact lenses at all, here is the latest official guidelines for safely caring for your eyes:

You Can Keep Wearing Contact Lenses. There is currently no scientific evidence that contact lens wearers have an increased risk of contracting COVID-19 compared with glasses / spectacles wearers.
Good Hygiene Habits are Critical. Thorough handwashing and drying are essential, as well as properly wearing and caring for contact lenses, ensuring good contact lens case hygiene, and regularly cleaning glasses with soap and water. These habits can help you stay healthy and out of your doctor’s office or hospital.
Regular Eyeglasses Do Not Provide Protection. No scientific evidence supports rumors that everyday eyeglasses offer protection against COVID-19.
Keep Unwashed Hands Away from Your Face. Whether you wear contact lenses, glasses or require no vision correction at all, avoid touching your nose, mouth and eyes with unwashed hands, consistent with World Health Organization (WHO) and S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations.
If You Are Sick, Temporarily Stop Wearing Contact Lenses. Contact lens wearers who are ill should temporarily revert to wearing eyeglasses. You can resume use with fresh, new contact lenses and lens cases once you return to full health and have spoken with your eye care practitioner.

For the full article:

https://core.uwaterloo.ca/news/new-research-reassures-and-advises-contact-lens-wearers-during-coronavirus-covid-19-pandemic-offers-clear-facts-and-hygiene-advice/