Slow Childhood Nearsightedness in 5 Steps

Published: 18 October 2021
on channel: EyeSmart — American Academy of Ophthalmology
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Nearsightedness is on the rise in children. Over the last 50 years, the incidence of nearsightedness in the US nearly doubled, to 42 percent. Evidence shows that at least part of the increase in nearsightedness, also known as myopia, has to do with near work activities; not just screens but also traditional books. There are also good data that suggests children who spend more time outdoors are less likely to develop myopia. Learn more at https://www.aao.org/eye-health/treatm...


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