Our Optometrist at New Sights Eyecare Prompts Eye Health with Contact Lenses Week in August

August is officially declared the month to set aside a whole week to learn more about contact lens safety. The CDC has partnered with other professionals to put on a campaign to help people understand the importance of proper handling and use of contact lenses for the safety of their eyesight. At New Sights Eyecare, we participate by helping spread awareness to our patients and the community of Houston, TX. Any optometrist will give detailed instructions for contact lens safety and sanitary protocols when they prescribe them, but sometimes people forget or become casual about their lenses. We urge you to take a moment to make sure you are practicing sanitary guidelines for your contact lenses.

What Can You Do to Promote Contact Lens Safety Awareness in Houston TX?

Understanding why contact lenses can be dangerous so you can help spread awareness is the first step. The campaign theme from 2019 was "contact lens health starts with you," and this sums up the importance of spreading awareness because each person must do it for themselves.

Did you know that bacteria can be introduced into the eye from placing the contact lens in with unwashed hands? Did you know that you should change your solution between every use because bacteria will grow rapidly in even a day old solution if it has been touched at all by a used contact, fingertip, or even some dust from the air? Your eyes are fragile ecosystems, and contact lenses have the potential to introduce contaminants. It is easy to protect yourself so you can enjoy the convenience of contacts, but sanitary and safety measures are vital.

Contact Our Eye Doctor for More Information or to Schedule Your Next Eye Exam

If you would like more information about contact lens safety and awareness and how to spread information in the Houston area, or to schedule your next eye exam, give us a call. We serve Houston, TX, and the surrounding areas with premium personalized eye care. You will be with the physician throughout your visit. Call our eye doctor at New Sights Eyecare today at (281)-469-3400.