With the greatly increased prevalence of myopia, commonly called nearsightedness, over the last three decades, a new report is urging the federal government should pursue policy changes that would encourage young people to spend more time outdoors.
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A Review: The Association Between Myopia and Glaucoma
CORE CONCEPTS The increasing global prevalence of myopia has significant consequences beyond mere optical correction, as it predisposes individuals to severe ocular pathologies including glaucoma. Biomechanical stresses induced by increased axial length of the globe and oxidative stress are implicated in the development of glaucoma …