New Contact Lens Update Spotlights the Benefits of Prescribing Contact Lenses for Children

WATERLOO, Ontario—The Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) has published Issue 89 of Contact Lens Update, which focuses on contact lenses for a rapidly growing demographic in eyecare practices: the pediatric population. “Contact lenses are being increasingly prescribed to younger patients,” said Jill Woods, head of clinical research at CORE. “They can positively impact the lives of many children who require vision correction by boosting their self-esteem, improving academic performance, and increasing engagement in extracurricular activities. The latest issue of Contact Lens Update helps practitioners more effectively discuss contact lens wear with children and their parents.”