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Recommendations and concerns about digital devices should be shared with parents, doctor of optometry says. The World Health Organization (WHO) is recommending children under age 5 spend one hour or less on digital devices and those under age 1 spend no time at all on a daily basis. WHO released its recommendations, “WHO Guidelines on Physical Activity, Sedentary Behaviour and Sleep for Children under 5 Years of Age,” on April 24. Among its other recommendations: children should spend more time engaged in physical activity and getting enough sleep. The WHO study refers to sedentary screen time, which includes watching television or videos, or playing computer games. This article was written by the American Optometric Association. Read the full article here: https://www.aoa.org/news/clinical-eye-care/public-health/screen-time-for-children-under-5?sso=y

Proper contact lens care is crucial for the health of your eyes. Improper care can lead to infections, vision problems, light sensitivity and other issues. When visiting your West Jordan eye doctors, you will learn how to insert your contact lenses and how to care for them. These tips can help keep your lenses clean and your eyes healthy. 1. Clean and Lubricate Your Lenses Carefully Wash and dry your hands with a lint-free towel before inserting your contacts. Be gentle when cleaning and rewetting your lenses. Always use the tips of your fingers – not your fingernails – when handling your contacts. To clean your lenses: Rub your contacts in the palm of your hand with the fingertips of your other hand. Rinse the lens with fresh contact solution.…