In a recent report, experts noted that myopia, or nearsightedness, is increasingly prevalent, affecting as much as 88 percent of Asia’s population and escalating globally.
By 2050, projections suggest that five billion people globally will be affected by myopia, marking a drastic increase from previous decades.
Myopia is not just a vision problem; it’s a leading cause of serious eye conditions like detached retinas and glaucoma, thus it needs urgent attention.
A new report by the National Academies recommends reclassifying myopia as a disease requiring medical diagnosis, highlighting the need for effective prevention and treatment strategies.
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