The excessive use of smartphones and screens has placed our eyes in grave danger. Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is rapidly spreading like an epidemic among children and young adults. According to the World Health Organization, approximately over 1.4 billion people worldwide currently suffer from myopia, and this number is projected to reach 5 billion by 2050. These statistics indicate that if we do not exercise caution now, future generations may be compelled to live in a blurred world.
National Myopia Awareness Week is observed annually from November 14th to November 20th. This year, 2025, the theme is "Screens Down, Eyes Up!" This message serves as a crucial reminder that we must increase our distance from screens and our proximity to nature to protect our eyesight. The more time children are kept away from mobile phones, tablets, and televisions, the more secure their…