A new type of lens approved by the FDA promises to slow nearsightedness in children. These specialized glasses, available in ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Myopia or nearsightedness is a common vision problem that often begins between the ages of 6 and 14.

Twelve-year-old Olivia Kwan has worn glasses since first grade. "I couldn't even see things that my friends, even though they had glasses, could see," Kwan told Ivanhoe. Both her parents have myopia ...

The FDA recently approved Essilor Stellest glasses that can actually slow the progression of nearsightedness in kids.

There's a new tool on the way to help kids who are nearsighted. Experts say it can help their vision both now and in the future. The FDA has approved a new type of eyeglass lens to not only correct ...

Two years ago, Paul's teacher noticed that the 10-year-old boy could no longer see anything on the board at the front of the class. An ophthalmologist confirmed that Paul was one of the soaring number ...

In children, high add power multifocal contact lenses significantly reduced the rate of myopia (nearsightedness) progression over 3 years compared with medium add power and single-vision lenses. The ...

High add power contact lenses were more effective and stable in controlling myopia progression in children, according to a study published in Ophthalmic Research. “Previous systematic reviews and meta ...

A new approach to childhood nearsightedness is now available in the U.S. after years of use overseas. Parents are already ...

Twelve-year-old Olivia Kwan has worn glasses since first grade. "I couldn't even see things that my friends, even though they had glasses, could see," Olivia said. Both her parents have myopia and ...