Joyce Baker Executive Director info@moeyecare.org
Missouri Optometric Association
100 E. High Street
Suite 301
Jefferson City, MO
65101
P: 573/635-6151 F: 573/635-7989
Dr. Terry Swinger files as a candidate for the 162nd District.
Health Risks to Students Using Colored or Patterned Cosmetic Contact Lenses.
The Missouri Optometric Association is alerting the public about possible health risks that may affect the well-being of our students. Reports of illegal sales of colored and patterned non-corrective contact lenses (commonly know as "cosmetic" contact lenses) targeted to junior high and high school students throughout Missouri. These contact lenses are not intended to improve vision; they are worn to change a person’s eye color or alter the appearance of the eye, as in the popular "Bullseye" patterned lenses. Additionally, we have learned that sharing of the lenses is commonplace and that many students consider it fun and stylish to share or trade contact lenses and change their eye color or appearance from day to day. more>>
Laser Pointers Are Not Toys
The Missouri Optometric Association wants to warn parents and school officials about the possibility of eye damage to children from hand-held laser pointers.
These products are generally safe when used as intended by teachers and lecturers to highlight areas on a chart or screen. However, recent price reductions have led to wider marketing, and FDA is concerned about the promotion and use of these products as children’s toys. more>>
