Eyeglasses and risk of COVID-19 transmission - analysis of the Virus Watch Community Cohort study.

Respiratory viruses infect individuals via the nose, mouth and eyes, through contact with surfaces touched by the individual or via small and larger (i.e. droplet) aerosol particles.[1] Recommendations for the protection of the general public in most countries include social distancing, handwashing and face mask use but not eye protection. In the UK eye protection (including full face visors or goggles) is recommended in healthcare settings if blood or body fluid contamination to the eyes or face is anticipated or likely.

Source: International Journal of Infectious Diseases - November 24, 2023 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Annalan MD Navaratnam, Christopher O'Callaghan, Sarah Beale, Vincent Nguyen, Anna Aryee, Isobel Braithwaite, Thomas E Byrne, Wing Lam Erica Fong, Ellen Fragaszy, Cyril Geismar, Susan Hoskins, Jana Kovar, Parth Patel, Madhumita Shrotri, Sophie Weber, Alexe Source Type: research