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Childhood myopia on the rise with increased screen time
According to comprehensive study results published in the British Journal of Ophthalmology, there is a link between increased screen time and the risk of children developing myopia (nearsightedness).
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Eye drops show promise in slowing progression of nearsightedness in children
Clinical trial results of atropine eye drops offer hope for slowing the progression of nearsightedness (myopia) in children.
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Sunlight can help keep kids from needing glasses
Over the past 30 years, the number of children who have developed myopia (nearsightedness) has risen dramatically.
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New Eyedrop Approved by FDA to Improve Vision
There’s a new prescription eyedrop that was just approved for presbyopia and farsightedness by the FDA, and I have concerns.
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Diabetic moms have higher risk of babies that will need eyeglasses
Denmark researchers recently completed a study to determine if maternal diabetes increases the risk of needing eyeglasses in their children.
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Kids' vision worsens during COVID lockdown
Eye doctors have noted an increase in children requiring prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses for myopia (near-sightedness) since the 2020 pandemic began.
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Outside recess reduces risk of nearsightedness
Children who had recess outdoors were less likely to develop nearsightedness.