THE COUNTRY IS OPENING BUT CASES ARE RISING





While many governments across the world are now easing up with the restrictions,it has become essential that you not only use hand sanitizers and face masks on a more frequent basis but also be careful about your eyes because they are exposed while you are outside.

Coronavirus can spread through the eyes

 A person suffering from COVID-19 will show symptoms like fever, shortness of breath, and cough for over 2-15 days. When a person infected by coronavirus coughs or sneezes, the virus particles from his/her mouth can reach the face, mouth, or eyes of the person standing nearby. The person near the sick person can most likely inhale these droplets through nose and mouth. The droplets can get inside that person through eyes as well.
Hence, it is essential to take care of your eyes as well in the times of the coronavirus pandemic.

Here are some eye care tips for avoiding coronavirus to get into you from eyes

  • Avoid touching your eyes

    By now, we all are well aware of the importance of washing hands in the times of the coronavirus pandemic. 

  • Wear eyeglasses instead of contact lenses

    People wearing contact lenses often report irritation and end up touching their eyes. So, if you wear contact lenses, it would be better if you switch to eyeglasses for some time.

  • Conjunctivitis is a COVID-19 symptom, but it’s rare. Avoid touching eye discharge

    If you have a ‘pink eye‘, do not panic. It does not necessarily mean that you have coronavirus. About 1% to 2% of reported coronavirus cases have shown some symptoms of ‘pink eye’ or conjunctivitis. 

  • Wear glasses as a layer of protection

    Both sunglasses and corrective lenses can act as added layers of protection from infected respiratory droplets. 

  • Avoid rubbing your eyes

    Some people have a habit of rubbing their eyes. Rubbing eyes increases the risk of infection. If you feel the urge to itch your eyes, then use a tissue instead of your fingers.

  • Practice safe hygiene and social distancing

    • There are several tips that you can follow and help slow the spread of disease:
    • Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
    • Do not forget to wash your hands before eating, and after using the restroom.
    • Avoid close contact with sick or infected people. Maintain a six feet distance.
    • Stay at home and avoid going outside when sick.
    • Keep on disinfecting often touched surfaces and items like kitchen slab, tabletop, doorknobs, etc.

  • Get ready for new normal as you visit your eye care practitioner

    Clarity eye clinic is well equipped with all necessary protocols in place. With one attendant policy, compulsory masks, minimal waiting, patient care area with social distancing and recurrent sanitisation.


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