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Understanding a New Study on Slowing Myopia in Children
What the study reveals about slowing myopia in children Myopia, or nearsightedness, is rising among school-age children worldwide. A recent study consolidates what clinicians have observed for years: certain lifestyle and medical interventions can slow the progression of myopia in kids. While genetics set a baseline risk, environmental factors—especially time spent outdoors and near work—play…
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Slowing Myopia in Children: Proven Ways to Reduce Myopia
Understanding the Rise of Childhood Myopia Myopia, or nearsightedness, has moved from a routine vision issue to a pressing public health concern. In many countries, the number of children diagnosed with myopia is climbing rapidly, driven by lifestyle shifts that increase sustained close-up tasks and reduce time outdoors. Left unmanaged, progressive myopia can elevate risks…