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Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) : Prevention

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Prevention List

Prevention could include:
  • Avoid Sharing Towels
  • Change pillowcases frequently
  • Do not share eye cosmetics
  • Maintain Good Personal Hygiene
  • Proper Care and Use of Contact Lenses

Prevention Overview Articles

Conjunctivitis
Good hygiene can help prevent the spread of conjunctivitis:.Change pillowcases frequently. Do not share eye cosmetics.
Source:ADAM
Date:November 10, 2008
Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis can, in many cases, be prevented, or at least the course of the disease can be shortened by following these simple practices:.frequently washing hands with antiseptic soap and using single-use towels while the disease continues.in a...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health

Specific Prevention Articles

Essential Eye Protection
Most eye injuries can be prevented by wearing the proper protective eyewear. Nearly 2.5 million people in the United States suffer eye injuries each year. Nearly 1 million lose some degree of vision as a result. Most of the injuries could have been prevented by wearing the proper protective eyewear. Special eyewear is needed even if you usually wear prescription eyeglasses.
Source:StayWell
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