The Health Promotion Bureau has issued a warning that eye infections, particularly conjunctivitis, could spread more easily in the wake of recent floods due to overcrowding in temporary shelters and public spaces.
Officials stressed the importance of good hygiene to protect against infection and limit transmission. Conjunctivitis, commonly known as sore eyes, is highly contagious and can be passed through direct contact, shared items, or contaminated surfaces. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, excessive tearing or discharge, light sensitivity, and crusting around the eyes.
The Bureau advised the public to adopt the following precautions:
– Wash hands thoroughly and regularly with soap and water – Disinfect frequently touched surfaces
– Cover coughs and sneezes
– Clean contact lenses carefully and avoid using unclean lenses
Authorities also warned against rubbing the eyes or sharing personal items such as towels, pillows, or eye drops, as these practices greatly increase the risk of spreading infection.
Members of the public were urged to share this advisory widely to help prevent further outbreaks in communities still recovering from the floods.
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