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Myopia, or nearsightedness — when objects far away appear blurry — is one of the most common vision conditions in the world, affecting about 1 in 3 people. It's also the most common vision problem ...

This story is part of a series on the current progression in Regenerative Medicine. This piece is part of a series dedicated to the eye and improvements in restoring vision. In 1999, I defined ...

Although they are more expensive than standard myopia correction lenses, these optical devices effectively slow down myopia and, as a result, prevent its harmful consequences. Unfortunately, they are ...

For some, nearsightedness is curable. However, this depends on the person’s age and other factors. Medications may prevent its progression in children, while some adults may be eligible for laser eye ...

As scientists try to untangle the reasons for skyrocketing rates of nearsightedness in kids, new treatment options can help prevent their vision from getting worse. In the U.S. myopia rates have ...