Is Your Eye Health Affected By Coronavirus?
Follow some helpful advice on protecting yourself from COVID-19, including looking after your eye health.
Coronavirus
The latest global pandemic has caused many uncertainties so we have put together some articles to help you understand more about COVID-19. Find out how coronavirus affects your eyes, if your eye health is affected by the novel virus and the ways to reduce your risks. Explore relevant articles on how to look after your eyes during the lockdown period.
How to sanitise your glasses amid a pandemic
As coronavirus fears sweep the world, diligently cleaning your glasses (much as you wash your hands) is one way to cut your risk of contracting the virus. Another? Avoid touching your eyes and face.
Opticians switch to telehealth amid pandemic
Phone calls, virtual visits replace in-person eye care.
How to Prevent Your Glasses from Fogging Up
Wearing a face mask and glasses at the same time can lead to a problem; foggy lenses. So, what can you do about it?
What to expect when you visit an optician during the Covid-19 pandemic
Our partner opticians are working hard to adapt their practices to ensure safety during the Covid-19 situation.
Can you contract coronavirus through your eyes?
When a contaminated surface, such as unwashed hand, comes into contact with the eye, coronaviruses can transfer onto the surface of the eye.
How to keep your eyes healthy during isolation
Staying mindful of eye health is important, especially while you’re staying at home to reduce the spread of coronavirus. Taking breaks from digital devices is just one way you can improve your visual well-being during isolation.
Coronavirus symptoms vs. allergies: Fever is the difference
Allergy symptoms are not an indication of COVID-19, but a fever is. Learn some simple ways to determine whether the drowsiness you feel or the cough you’ve been fighting is the coronavirus, or if it’s simply a result of seasonal allergies.