Manisa City Hospital Ophthalmology and Ophthalmology Physician Op. Dr. Medine Yılmaz made a statement on the occasion of World Sight Day, stating that this year's theme is “Children Love Your Eyes” and said, “Research shows that reducing screen time and spending time outdoors prevents the development of myopia (nearsightedness) in children.”
Manisa City Hospital Eye Health and Diseases Physician Op. Dr. Medine Yılmaz made statements on the occasion of World Sight Day. Yılmaz pointed out that this year there is an important emphasis on children's eye health, World Sight Day is a day that aims to emphasize the importance of visual health, raise awareness about visual impairment and blindness, and promote eye and vision care, reminding us all that we should love our eyes and prioritize our eye health. This year there is a special emphasis on children's eye health. The theme for Sight Day 2024 is 'Children, Love Your Eyes'. This year's theme is an awareness-raising effort to ensure that children not only understand the importance of taking care of their eye health, but also to break free from the weight of any social stigma associated with the use of glasses and other corrective treatments. Healthy eyes enable children to learn, play and develop, laying the foundations for a brighter future. This is why eye health in children is even more important. Research shows that reducing screen time and spending time outdoors prevents children from developing myopia (nearsightedness). This means that parents, caregivers and educators will play a central role in protecting the eyesight of future generations. On World Sight Day, let's pledge to protect children's eyes so they can see well, today and in the future. Let's not put off eye examinations.”
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