Myopia, also called nearsightedness, is an eye condition where you can see objects close up clearly but have trouble seeing objects far away. Myopia is on the rise in Canada, with as many as 28% of Canadian children developing myopia after the age of 11. While it cannot be reversed, myopia can be controlled in […]
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common vision condition that affects a significant number of children worldwide. It is characterized by difficulty in seeing distant objects clearly, while close objects remain in focus. As the prevalence of myopia continues to rise, particularly among school-aged children, it becomes increasingly important for parents and guardians to understand the […]
Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is becoming increasingly prevalent worldwide. Traditionally, myopia has been corrected by wearing glasses or contacts, or by using eye surgery to correct vision. However, there are other possible approaches. Orthokeratology lenses, also known as ortho-k, are specialty contact lenses that are worn at night but correct vision during the day. […]
Myopia or nearsightedness, as the name suggests, is when you can see close-up objects clearly. However, because the light entering the eye focuses before it reaches the retina instead of on it, objects farther away appear blurry. An estimated 30% of Canadians are myopic. Apart from the increase in numbers, myopia is also occurring at […]
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