Wash hands frequently with soap and water
Avoid touching or rubbing your eyes
Keep hands away from your face
Do not share towels, washcloths, pillows, eye makeup, or eye drops
Clean and replace contact lenses as directed
Remove contact lenses before swimming or showering
Disinfect contact lens cases regularly
Replace eye makeup regularly and do not share it
Clean surfaces and commonly touched objects often
Stay away from people with pink eye when possible
Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing
Use clean tissues and dispose of them promptly
Keep children home from school or daycare if infected
Follow proper hygiene after handling pets
Treat allergies and avoid known irritants
Seek prompt care for eye redness, pain, or discharge