6.6 National Eye Care Day Approaches | Restoring Children's Bright "Windows to t

"The night gave me dark eyes, yet I use them to seek light."

The beauty of this world can only be truly perceived through our eyes. Bright, healthy vision serves as a bridge connecting us to the world.

On June 6th National Eye Care Day, we call upon society to protect children's vision and ensure their clear window to the world.

Sad Reality! Children Develop Myopia While Parents Remain Unaware

The increasing prominence of eye health issues among Chinese youth is closely related to the widespread use of electronic devices. Reports indicate China's mobile phone penetration rate has reached 95%. The prevalent use of phones, computers, and iPads has led to immature visual systems in children developing eye conditions prematurely. Over time, vision problems like myopia, astigmatism, and amblyopia have become increasingly common among youth.

Even more concerning is that many parents still fail to recognize the importance of their children's eye health. Remarks like "They can just get glasses later" or "Wearing glasses isn't unusual nowadays" reflect a troubling mindset. It's crucial to understand that glasses are not a permanent solution for children's vision issues. Dr. Sun Zhaohui from Zhejiang University's Second Affiliated Hospital, who practices at Hangzhou TreeENT Health, points out: "Early glasses use in children may lead to eyeball deformation. Poorly fitted glasses that shift frequently cause inconsistent lens positioning, forcing the eyes into constant adjustment and accelerating myopia progression."

Maintaining Proper Eye Habits for Myopia Prevention

Prevention is always better than cure. Protecting children's eye health requires daily commitment to proper myopia prevention measures. Dr. Sun explains that effective prevention isn't as difficult as imagined but requires consistency and correct methods: "Children should limit continuous study sessions to 40-50 minutes. Breaks should include outdoor activities, distance viewing, or eye relaxation."

More importantly, preschoolers should establish lifelong eye health records. Parents should take children for comprehensive eye exams annually or biannually at qualified medical institutions, documenting ocular biological parameters and refractive status until age 18. "These records allow early detection and intervention at the first signs of myopia," Dr. Sun advises, warning parents: "Don't let early pseudomyopia develop into true myopia."

TreeENT Health's Professional Commitment to Myopia Prevention

As the saying goes, "Rome wasn't built in a day." Effective myopia prevention in youth requires persistent effort. Ahead of China's June 6th National Eye Care Day, Hangzhou TreeENT Health urges all parents to prioritize children's eye health through daily care and vigilance.

It is reported that TreeENT Health has been committed to myopia prevention for years, providing comprehensive eye examinations with a professional team consisting of "chief ophthalmologists + internationally certified senior optometrists + dedicated customer service". The clinic is equipped with complete imported high-end ophthalmic instruments to accurately measure all ocular parameters, ensuring patients' complete peace of mind.

A colorful world requires bright eyes to discover. Let's work together to protect children's eye health and help them maintain clear "windows to the world".