Myopia Archives - SingaporeMotherhood.com

September 2024

9 Ways to Better Manage Childhood Myopia & Prevent Its Progression

Singapore is the myopia capital of the world, with the highest rates of childhood myopia worldwide. But it doesn’t mean that it’s inevitable or that there’s nothing we can do…

A Closer Look at Ortho-K Lenses for Children with Myopia

Michelle Hon first heard about ortho-K lenses from a mummy blogger friend. “I remember reading about how wearing the lenses helped her daughter, but I had no idea how it…

The Best Ways to Reduce your Child’s Myopia Risk, and Manage their Screen Time

Singapore has one of the highest rates of myopia in the world. 65% of our children short-sighted by the time they are in Primary 61. Surprised? Don’t be. This is…

5 Tips to Protect Children from Eye Strain in the Digital Age – an Eye Care Monitor is a Smarter Choice!

Singapore tops many world rankings – we’re kiasu like that, right? But did you know that Singapore is also #1 in the world for the prevalence of childhood myopia in…

Childhood Myopia in Singapore: 9 Common Myths Busted!

Ever been told that childhood myopia will stabilise upon hitting adulthood or that LASIK surgery guarantees you perfect vision forever? Facts or just plain myths? We find out. Is your child only…