Nearsightedness becoming a global health issue among children
Medical experts are recommending that children spend up to two hours outdoors each day to reduce their risk of developing nearsightedness. This recommendation follows recent studies showing a sharp global rise in the condition. Doctors attribute the increase to excessive time spent indoors and prolonged use of electronic devices. Dr. Sara Yee, an optometrist at Dublin Ranch Optometry, joined us on 'The Nine' to provide more insight.
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