When a child is born, everyone looks at their tiny hands, the smile, or that first yawn but very few notice their eyes. In those first few months, vision is still developing. The brain and eyes are ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — As August marks National Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, it’s a critical time to remember that a child’s vision is essential for their overall well-being and academic ...

One doctor is showing nurses, teachers and parents how to spot eye problems, many of which can be easily treated. Surgery, and even just glasses, can be life-changing, and keep kids in school. Muanema ...

Increased screen time in classrooms raises concerns about eye strain and myopia risk among school-aged children. Experts recommend the 20-20-20 rule, tracking screen time, and encouraging outdoor ...

Poor children are struggling at school because of undetected and uncorrected vision problems. Medi-Cal has been neglecting vision care.

Nicholas Scavo has his vision tested by the Greater Wilkes-Barre Association for the Blind as part of kindergarten registration at Holy Rosary School in Duryea. times leader staff photoS/clark van ...

For many children, the experience of getting their first pair of glasses is an inevitable milestone, the first in a lifetime of visits to the eye doctor. But what if those lenses could actually help ...

Little Harvey Haines has been given a new lease of life. Born with a rare eye condition severely affecting his sight, he struggled to communicate with children his own age, shied away from ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. FDA-approved glasses designed for children ages 6-12 can slow nearsightedness progression by 70%. The specialized ...