Screen Use Linked to Myopia
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Every hour children spend on screens raises chance of myopia, study finds
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An additional hour of daily screen time is, on average, associated with 21% higher odds of having myopia.
Myopia is caused by having an over elongated eyeball and is a growing problem.
Experts warn young children should have limited use of devices and spend more time outdoors.
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