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Every year on May 5th, World Hand Hygiene Day brings global attention to a simple habit that has powerful health benefits—washing your hands. At Island Optical, we’re proud to support this important initiative from the World Health Organization with a timely reminder for our patients: maintaining clean hands is vital for overall wellness and essential for anyone who wears prescription contact lenses
Your eyes are delicate and sensitive—and also among the most exposed organs in our body. Every time you insert or remove contact lenses, harmful microbes or debris can enter. Without proper care, this can trigger redness, discomfort, or even serious conditions like keratitis, a painful and potentially sight-threatening infection.
Awareness is the first step toward prevention. Many eye infections stem from poor contact lens hygiene, with unwashed hands often being the main culprit. Risky behaviours—like cleaning lenses with tap water, wearing contact lenses in the surf or the pool, neglecting daily disinfection routines, or stretching the life of disposable lenses—are still all too common and lead to problems that are entirely preventable.
Here’s what may happen when we neglect proper hand hygiene:
Maintaining healthy eyes is simple with these four proactive steps:
At Island Optical, our tenant optometrists offer bulk billed eye tests (Medicare conditions apply), and our contact lens consultations include personalised aftercare support tailored to your needs.
A 12-month review is essential to keep your contact lens prescription current and your eyes protected. This isn’t just a regulatory step; it’s a critical part of safeguarding your vision. Over the course of a year, your eyes can undergo significant health changes without noticeable changes to your vision quality. At Island Optical, we’re here to support your vision journey with expert advice, thorough checkups, and continued aftercare.
When it comes to contact lens ordering, always purchase from trusted providers. Island Optical makes reordering simple, secure, and stress-free—with guidance from professionals and tenant optometrists who prioritise your vision and well-being.
This World Hand Hygiene Day, make the smart connection—clean hands mean clearer, safer vision. Prioritising eye care starts with protecting them at the source: your fingertips.
Let’s keep those contact lenses—and hands—clean. Book your recheck or consultation today. Your eyes will thank you for it.
