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Experts warn of eye disease risk
The College of Ophthalmologists of Sri Lanka (COSL) has issued a caution regarding the possible outbreak of eye infections in safe shelt
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Ratnayake said:"In safe shelters, there is a high risk of infectious diseases when people gather in groups. Eye diseases often begin with redness in eyes, commonly known as 'Sore Eyes' or 'Conjunctivitis.' This disease spreads rapidly through contact and airborne transmission. Therefore, it is crucial for anyone diagnosed with this condition to wash their hands frequently and avoid touching their eyes.
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