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The 20/20 Podcast Looks at Gen Z Perceptions of Contact Lenses

The 20/20 Podcast has published a special episode that dives into how Gen Z perceives contact lenses, based on new consumer research from Contact Lens Institute (CLI). Hosted by Harbir Sian, OD, it features an optometry-opticianry panel that includes CLI Visionaries Andrew Bruce, LDO, ABOM, NCLEM, FCLSA; Jade Coats, OD, FAAO; and Jenn Seymour, LDO, NCLEM, ABO-AC.

CLI - How does GEN Z see contact lens wear and eye care

The episode—filmed on the Vision Expo West Main Stage—is now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. All 20/20 Podcast recordings are accessible from https://aboutmyeyes.com/the-20-20-podcast/.

CLI expects to release its comprehensive report on cross-generational beliefs and behaviors about contact lenses and eye care in late November 2025. For more information, visit https://www.contactlensinstitute.org/resources/see-tomorrow/shiftingfocusgenz/

Contact Lens Institute (contactlensinstitute.org) advances the latest innovations in safe and effective contact lens and lens care products and services that provide unique benefits to patients while satisfying the evolving needs of eye care professionals. CLI undertakes activities that properly assess, enhance, promote and balance contact lens and lens care industry welfare and growth, including the safe use of products in the marketplace. Its members include Alcon, Bausch + Lomb, CooperVision, and Johnson & Johnson Vision.

 Source: Contact Lens Institute

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