Increased Diagnosis Of Myopia (Nearsightedness) In Children
Dr. Vito Vricella, Treehouse Eyes provider at Fenton Family Eye Care in St. Louis, Missouri points out that the pandemic has led to a greater risk for myopia development …
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Myopia (nearsightedness): A Pervasive Disease
Myopia is a disease that currently impacts 30% of the world’s population and by 2050, almost 50% of the population will be myopic, that’s an unnerving 5 billion people. …
Back To School
Back to school means giving your child the best chance at a successful year in the classroom. Healthy vision at school allows your child to have the confidence to …
Recognizing The Signs & Symptoms Of Myopia In Children
Myopia, often referred to as nearsightedness, is an eye disease in which the eye elongates, causing light to be focused in front of the retina instead of on the …
What is the main cause of myopia?
The truth is scientists and doctors are still learning about myopia and the main causes of the disease. What’s known is several factors lead a child to develop myopia, …
Protect Your Child’s Eyesight By Encouraging Them To Play Outside
Kids are spending increasing amounts of time on screens and less time outside playing. This is especially true with the pandemic upheaving our lives and forcing us to stay …
3 Facts about Myopia and What You Can Do For Your Child
Myopia, often referred to as nearsightedness, is an eye disease in which the eye elongates more than it should, causing light to be focused in front of the retina …
3 Facts About Myopia You Should Know
Given the rapid increase in childhood myopia being seen in the U.S., the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Academy of Pediatrics recently updated their guidance on managing myopia …
Myopia Control and Prevention: 3 Different Types Of Myopia Control Explained
Before discussing potential “cures” and ways to control for myopia it is important to ensure we define it correctly. A myopic eye is one that grows too long front …
What Does Myopia Mean?
What Does Myopia Mean? You’ve probably heard the term myopia before. But what exactly does myopia mean? Is it a disease? How should I cure or treat myopia? If …
