Individuals who wear contact lenses should be cautious to avoid contact with tap water, warn German ophthalmologists. Tap water often contains microorganisms that can cause eye infections, according to experts from the German Federation of Ophthalmologists (ZVA) in Duesseldorf.
To reduce the risk of infections, experts recommend that those who wear lenses always wash their hands with soap and dry them thoroughly before touching the lenses. For visits to the pool or sauna, disposable lenses are recommended. (H)
