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The rapid increase in the prevalence of myopia globally is attributed to “environmental factors, lifestyle changes resulting from a combination of decreased time outdoors and increased near work activities, among other factors”, said the researchers.

Parents need to ensure that the children’s eyes are regularly checked, improve time outdoors and moderate time on near based activities, including electronic devices.

Also, comprehensive eye care services is needed to check the rapid increase in high myopes, along with the development of treatments to control the progression of myopia and prevent people from becoming highly myopic, the researchers suggested in the study published in the journal Ophthalmology revealed.

“We also need to ensure our children receive a regular eye examination from an optometrist or ophthalmologist, preferably each year, so that preventative strategies can be employed if they are at risk,” said Kovin Naidoo, a professor at the University of New South Wales in Australia.