When COVID first reared it's ugly head, patients became aware of how a virus could enter thru the eye and the importance of eye protection. But there is more to eye protection. It is essential in the workplace.
As a health care facility, Marina Del Rey Optometry, has always taken care to disinfect instruments to avoid the spread of viruses. The Coronavirus reminds us that there is a difference between disinfecting and sterilizing. Marina Del Rey Optometry is big advocate for single use contact lenses. Since each lens is sterile, there is less chance of infection. We are not saying this prevents all infections, but it does decrease the incidence.
Being so close to LAX, we have to be aware of the increased risk of possible exposure to the Coronavirus.
As you are aware from recent news reports, there is a confirmed case of the Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in Orange County.
Our patient's and team's health is our utmost concern and top priority. Our team continues to monitor their health, as well as practicing preventive care as one would during flu season:
Additional preventive measures:
Important points to consider:
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