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25% Rise In Myopia Among Children In Two Years: Research
According to a study carried out by a private Chennai hospital, there has been an increase of 25% in cases of myopia among children in the last two years. Also, those kids who spend more time online have five times more risk of developing myopia. Reportedly, there has been a surge in myopia among children owing to the online classes during the pandemic.
Tags: children, myopia, Opthalmologist, Online classes
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Pandemic's Effect: Mask-Associated Dry Eyes; Experts Reveal Remedy
Due to the prolonged wearing of masks, several people around the globe have reported a new medical condition - mask-associated dry eyes. As per the experts, wearing masks obstruct the normal airflow and redirects the exhaled air upwards to the eye causing ocular irritation and dryness. However, ophthalmologists have suggested minimising the airflow towards the eyes using proper masks which doesn't stretch lower eyelids, and the use of … read-more
Tags: Opthalmologist, Eye defects, face mask, Health
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