A new review reveals that one in three kids now has myopia, with various factors contributing to the rise—and covid-19 may be one of them.
If you had trouble seeing things in the distance as a kid, you’re far from alone. New research this week has found that the rate of nearsightedness in children and teens has steadily increased over the years across the world. What’s worse, this increase seems to have been further fueled by the effects of the covid-19 pandemic on people’s indoor time.
“The global prevalence of childhood myopia is substantial, affecting approximately one-third of children and adolescents, with notable variations in prevalence across different demographic groups,” the researchers wrote.for kids to learn in school, drive a car, or complete other daily tasks. People with severe myopia are also known to have a higher risk of developing other eyesight-related issues, including retinal detachment, cataracts, and glaucoma.
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