The MyoAssist, developed by parents of nearsighted children, tracks outdoor time to help with effective nearsightedness management.
Eye Health
Pre-myopia is a refractive state of ⩽ +0.75 D and > −0.50 D plus several risk factors. Preventative strategies for pre-myopia should prioritize outdoor time and may also include low-concentration atropine and Stellest lenses.
Children's myopia tends to worsen more rapidly in winter. To effectively manage myopia in winter, adhere to myopia control treatments, prioritize good eye habits, and adapt the lifestyle and environment.
Understand how myopia gets worse due to aging and underlying conditions.
Uncover the relationship between allergy medication and dry eyes, alongside practical tips for effective management.
Controlling nearsightedness is crucial due to myopia’s potential long-term consequences, including myopic macular degeneration (MMD). Start early.
Remove and stop wearing contact lenses if your child has pink eye. Contact the eye doctor if symptoms persist in case of infection. Keep backup glasses on hand.
Valentine's Day can be a challenging holiday for those experiencing vision difficulties due to macular degeneration, but you can still make it special and meaningful with a little adaptation and creativity.
A multifocal contact lens has multiple prescription strengths within a single lens, helping people with presbyopia to see clearly or slow down the worsening of myopia in children.
The U.S. FDA recommends “always removing contact lenses before swimming.” For clear vision at the pool, consider using prescription goggles.