Avoiding close contact with people who have infectious pink eye is the best way to avoid contracting it. Good hygiene is another way to control the spread of pink eye. If you are around someone with pink eye, you can reduce your risk of getting it by washing your hands thoroughly and frequently and refraining from touching your eyes.

If you have been diagnosed with pink eye you can help prevent passing it on to others by practicing good hygiene. Wash your hands a lot and keep them away from your eyes. Don’t share towels, cosmetics, or pillows with others (including family members). Keep your child out of school if you suspect that they have pink eye. Many schools insist that a child with pink eye be kept at home until they have started antibiotic treatment or their symptoms have cleared up.