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Think twice about wearing contact lenses on flights
health8 days ago

Think twice about wearing contact lenses on flights

Experts say wearing contact lenses on short flights is usually fine if your eyes are healthy, but longer trips expose eyes to dry cabin air and reduced oxygen, raising risks like discomfort, irritation, corneal micro-tears or infection and, rarely, temporary vision loss—especially if you sleep with lenses. If you wear lenses while traveling, practice good hygiene (wash hands, use fresh solution, avoid tap water, use proper cases), use artificial tears, replace lenses as needed, and bring a backup pair of glasses. For extended travel or persistent dryness, switch to glasses and avoid transferring contact solution to other containers.

via New York Post|
#contact-lenses#dry-eye#eye-infection
Nine Eye-Health Habits Doctors Urge You to Break
health2 months ago

Nine Eye-Health Habits Doctors Urge You to Break

Eye doctors reveal nine everyday habits to avoid for protecting vision: never sleep in contact lenses, take breaks from screens using the 20-20-20 rule, keep up regular eye exams (especially if you have diabetes), don’t ignore sudden vision changes like floaters or flashes, don’t leave makeup on overnight and address under-lubrication, never look at the sun without proper protection, don’t smoke or vape, don’t rinse contacts in tap water, and eat a balanced diet to reduce eye disease risk.

via HuffPost|
#contact-lenses#eye-exams#eye-health
Year-Round Vision: 13 Expert Tips to Safeguard Eye Health
health-and-wellbeing5 months ago

Year-Round Vision: 13 Expert Tips to Safeguard Eye Health

Ophthalmologists lay out 13 practical steps to protect eye health, from regular sight tests (every two years) and using an optician as a first port of call for vision changes, to UV protection with UV400 sunglasses, the 20-20-20 rule to reduce screen strain, outdoor play for kids to curb myopia, safe contact-lens use and hygiene, careful makeup use, and lifestyle choices such as not smoking and staying hydrated; they also stress seeking urgent care for sudden vision loss or eye injuries, and safe DIY practices and eye protection at work.

via The Guardian|
#contact-lenses#eye-health#eye-tests
Eye Doctors Urge You to Avoid These 9 Harmful Habits
health11 months ago

Eye Doctors Urge You to Avoid These 9 Harmful Habits

Eye doctors recommend avoiding sleeping in contact lenses, ignoring eye exams, staring at screens without breaks, ignoring sudden vision changes, leaving makeup on overnight, looking directly at the sun, smoking or vaping, rinsing contacts with tap water, eating an unbalanced diet, and neglecting eye lubrication to maintain healthy eyes and prevent serious issues as we age.

via BuzzFeed|
#contact-lenses#digital-eye-strain#eye-exams
Eye Care Warnings: Habits to Avoid and Risks for Contact Lens Users
health11 months ago

Eye Care Warnings: Habits to Avoid and Risks for Contact Lens Users

Eye doctors advise against sleeping in contact lenses, ignoring sudden vision changes, staring at the sun, smoking, and neglecting regular eye exams. They emphasize the importance of proper contact lens hygiene, protecting eyes from UV damage, maintaining a balanced diet, and seeking prompt medical attention for eye issues to prevent serious damage and preserve vision.

via HuffPost|
#contact-lenses#diet#eye-exams
Swimming with Contacts: A Risky Vision Threat
health1 year ago

Swimming with Contacts: A Risky Vision Threat

Brooklyn McCasland, a 23-year-old from Texas, lost vision in her right eye after contracting Acanthamoeba keratitis, a rare parasitic eye infection, from swimming with contact lenses. Despite practicing good lens hygiene, she was unaware of the risks of wearing contacts in water. The infection, which is difficult to diagnose, has left her in severe pain and light sensitivity, requiring a corneal transplant. McCasland aims to raise awareness about the dangers of mixing contact lenses with water.

via TODAY|
#acanthamoeba-keratitis#contact-lenses#eye-infection
"Rising Concern: Screen Addiction and Children's Eye Health"
health2 years ago

"Rising Concern: Screen Addiction and Children's Eye Health"

Top eye surgeons are warning of a growing risk of blindness in children due to excessive screen time and lack of outdoor activities, leading to a surge in cases of myopia. Children as young as four are now wearing special contact lenses to counter the problem, with some experiencing severe short-sightedness. The prolonged use of screens and reduced time spent outdoors during the Covid pandemic have exacerbated the issue, prompting calls for parents to limit screen time and ensure children get ample daylight exposure.

via Daily Mail|
#childrens-health#contact-lenses#eye-surgeons
"Tap Water Warning: Deadly Amoeba Linked to Nasal Rinsing"
health2 years ago

"Tap Water Warning: Deadly Amoeba Linked to Nasal Rinsing"

The CDC has linked Acanthamoeba infections to nasal rinsing, particularly through the use of neti pots, and poor hygiene in people who use contact lenses. Acanthamoeba is a dangerous amoeba found in the environment that can cause rare but severe illness and death. Symptoms of infection can include eye discomfort, skin infections, and serious neurological problems. The CDC recommends using boiled, sterile, or distilled water for nasal rinsing and following strict hygiene practices for contact lens use to prevent infection.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|
#acanthamoeba#cdc#contact-lenses