05/20/2026
Myopia — nearsightedness — is one of the fastest-growing vision concerns among school-aged children in Canada, with increased screen time and less outdoor time identified as key contributing factors. A child with blurry distance vision often does not know it — blurry is simply what they are used to. If your child has not had a comprehensive eye exam recently, this month is a good time to book one. Early detection makes a meaningful difference in how myopia is managed over time.
