Eye safety month August

 Eye safety is not a one day affair. It is continuous process. To create more and more awareness a  month is selected. That is  August.

What is the concern?

With August being observed as Eye Safety Month for Children, Ophthalmologists flag sharp rise in myopia among children.

They advise limiting the use of gadgets, prescribe more playtime in the sun. They  call for immediate attention to their well-being. Doctor suggests limiting the time with devices and a balanced diet. “We need a lot of changes, such as restriction on watching devices."

Doctors also suggest a diet that includes carrots, greens, fish and eggs. They must be taught to do yoga and listen to music. Children must be allowed to play so that they can absorb sunlight. Also, if possible, children should be encouraged to use larger gadgets such as the desktop or the TV instead of the mobile phone.

Just for information.

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