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HEALTHJul 16 · 19:59 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROITJenny Marchi

Should you be wearing your contacts in this smoke? What eye doctor said amid poor air quality

Canadian wildfire smoke in Detroit poses risks to eye health, with an ophthalmologist advising contact lens wearers to switch to glasses. Smoke particles trapped by contacts can cause irritation, especially for those with conditions like dry eye syndrome or recent eye surgery. Recommendations include using preservative-free eye drops and avoiding outdoor exposure.

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