Mosman Optometrist

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    Modern Schooling Could be Shortening Vision

    Published: 19 April 2021 | Updated: 28 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Research links longer education with myopia, but this does not show that a particular classroom screen caused a child’s short-sightedness. Support learning alongside outdoor opportunities, comfortable near work and appropriate eye care. School participation should continue while visual concerns are assessed.

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    Statistics Tell Horror Story About Vision Problems

    Published: 8 December 2020 | Updated: 28 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Vision statistics depend on who was studied, what was measured and when. A count of people with any long-term eye condition is not the same as a count of blindness. This update replaces unsupported comparisons in the original article with clearly labelled sources and practical questions for readers.