Nov. 24, 2020 — The Vision Council (TVC) has released new Market Insights, revealing that eyecare professionals report increased local and state Covid-19 guidelines and restrictions.

Q: Over the last week has your state or local government increased public safety guidelines / regulations, in relation to the COVID-19 outbreak (e.g. mandatory face-mask usage in public areas, restaurant/bar closings, etc.)?
Source: The Vision Council COVID-19 US ECP Panel Study, 11/9–11/14/2020, n = 140

In addition, TVC has shared that two-thirds of ECPs anticipate more regulations and business shutdowns to come before the end of the year. 

Q: Are you anticipating the implementation of any further local or state government shutdowns or additional regulations to slow the spread of COVID-19 in your area before the end of 2020?
Source: The Vision Council COVID-19 US ECP Panel Study, 11/9–11/14/2020, n = 141

For more optical market research from The Vision Council: thevisioncouncil.org/optical-market-research/.