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Half of local children aged 10 are short-sighted
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AROUND half of local 10-year-olds suffer from short sight as high myopia has become the top cause of blindness among city residents, doctors told a forum.
“For children, one hour of outdoor activity every day can effectively prevent and control myopia. Strong academic pressure, long-time use of computers and iPads and a lack of outdoor exercise can cause myopia,” said Dr Zhou Xingtao of Shanghai Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Hospital.
“Moreover, vision is not simply judged by eye chart. We suggest parents take children to hospital for regular checks and doctors can give early intervention and treatment,” Zhou said yesterday. “Proper treatment can also prevent myopia developing into high myopia, which affects 3 percent of local residents.”
Doctors said surgery is also an effective therapy but advised advance strict checks.
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