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2015 Contact Lens Campaign Social Media Posts

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1. More than half (59 percent) of contact lens wearers admit to wearing disposable lenses longer than recommended. Check up on the Do’s and Don’ts of contact lens wearing to make sure you’re not putting your peepers at risk! http://bit.ly/1LmsEpu

2. Not following an eye doctor’s recommended contact lens changing schedule can cause bacterial infection, oxygen deprivation and even permanent eye damage. Nearly one-third of contact lens wearers report going to the doctor for red or painful eyes. [http://www.aoa.org/newsroom/contact- lenses-focus-on-proper-care-to-reduce-risk-of-infections]

3. Don’t cut corners when it comes to wearing contacts! The American Eye-Q® survey revealed that 31% of Americans use rewetting drops to clean and disinfect contact lenses, and 16% soak or clean lenses in tap water. [http://www.aoa.org/newsroom/contact-lenses-focus-on-proper-care-to- reduce-risk-of-infections ]

4. Did you know that ALL contact lenses – whether they provide vision correction or not – are considered medical devices? Consult your local optometrist to find out if you’re a good candidate for contact lenses. http://bit.ly/1FImUUW

5. Contact lenses are NOT a Halloween costume prop; they are medical devices. Purchasing lenses over-the-counter without a prescription is illegal and puts your eyes at risk for bacterial infections, allergic reactions and can permanently damage vision. http://bit.ly/1x2eIUU

6. Most optometrists agree that children can begin wearing contact lenses between the ages of 10- 12– but some younger children are mature enough to handle the wear and care contact lenses require as well. http://bit.ly/1FImUUW

7. Studies show that contacts not only benefit children’s eyesight, but can also significantly improve how kids feel about their physical appearance. Consult your local optometrist to see if your child is ready for contact lenses. http://bit.ly/1FImUUW

TWITTER

1. 59% of contact lens wearers wear disposable contact lenses longer than suggested. http://bit.ly/1LmsEpu #optometry

2. Don’t risk it! Not following an eye doctor’s recommended lens-changing schedule can cause PERMANENT eye damage. [aoa.org]

3. It’s NEVER safe to use rewetting drops or tap water to clean and disinfect contact lenses. [aoa.org]

4. Clean and safe handling of contacts is simple yet critically important to protect vision http://bit.ly/1LmsEpu

5. Contacts (even decorative lenses) are medical devices. Purchasing them w/o a prescription can cause SERIOUS damage. http://bit.ly/1FImUUW 6. Decorative contacts enhance Halloween costumes, but they may put your vision at risk! Consult an OD for lens needs. http://bit.ly/1x2eIUU

7. ODs agree that most children ages 10-12 are mature enough to wear contact lenses - some younger may be as well. http://bit.ly/1FImUUW

8. Studies in children’s eye health show that introducing kids to contacts can improve their vision AND self-esteem! http://bit.ly/1FImUUW # # #