§ Mr. FatchettTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what plans he has to amend the leaflet, "Contact Lenses and You", published by his Department, to make reference to acanthamoeba; and if he will make a statement. [19502]
§ Mr. MaloneMy right hon. Friend the Secretary of State has no plans to amend the leaflet, "Contact Lenses and You", since it already makes reference to the necessary aspects of lens care and hygiene relevant to acanthamoeba.
§ Mr. FatchettTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what measures his Department has taken to ensure that the leaflet "Contact Lenses and You" is available at opticians. [19503]
§ Mr. MaloneMy Department has ensured widespread availability firstly by taking out a series of press notices in leading eye care professional journals setting out the necessary information for obtaining these leaflets; and secondly through direct promotion by the relevant eye care professional bodies.