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Astigmatism on the rise in kids after COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased astigmatism in children, with prolonged screen time and less outdoor activity ...
The Healthy @Reader's Digest on MSN2d
34,000 Contact Lenses Recalled in 15 States and Multiple Countries
An estimated 45 million Americans wear them—and this recall affects at least two very recognizable brand names for eyes.
The American Journal of Managed Care3d
Prevalence, Severity of Astigmatism Increased in Children After Pandemic
Both refractive and corneal astigmatism saw an increase in prevalence in children after the COVID-19 pandemic, with corneal ...
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Astigmatism and Vision Correction: What to Know
In astigmatism, the cornea (the clear dome that covers your eye) or the lens (which focuses light rays on the light-sensitive retina) is abnormally shaped. Wearing contact lenses or glasses that ...
The prevalence and severity of pediatric astigmatism are found to have increased after the pandemic
The prevalence and severity of refractive astigmatism and corneal astigmatism increased among schoolchildren after the ...
Ophthalmology Times6d
Researchers find significant increase in childhood astigmatism post-COVID
The study findings indicated that lifestyle changes associated with the COVID-19 pandemic were connected to an increase in childhood astigmatisms.
MedPage Today6d
Astigmatism Increased in Kids After the COVID Pandemic
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Forbes12d
The Best Contact Lenses, According To An Optometrist
hygienic and provide comfort for most people—others may be better suited for concerns like dry eyes or astigmatism. Dailies from reputable brands, like the Bausch + Lomb BioTrue Onedays ...
HealthDay on MSN5d
Prevalence, Severity of Pediatric Astigmatism Increased After Pandemic
The prevalence and severity of refractive astigmatism and corneal astigmatism increased among schoolchildren after th ...