As children grow, their vision changes – and often. From ages six to 18, a child’s vision can change quickly and drastically. Our Envision optometry team promote regular eye exams for our younger patients to help uncover any vision issues, detect eye diseases early and preserve a child’s vision long-term.
Any uncorrected vision problems may:
Why Outdoor Play is a Game-Changer for Kids' Eye Health
In our ever-connected digital age, it’s becoming more common to see children spending hours indoors, whether it’s in front of screens or engaged in structured indoor activities such as schooling. But here’s a fact you may be surprised by, encouraging your kids to spend more time outside isn’t simply great for ...
One of the most important things we can do for our child’s overall wellbeing is to ensure that their eyes are healthy and functional. Vision problems can interfere with your child’s performance at school and even affect their safety. The Australian College of Optometry (ACO) states that good vision is also integral to a child’s social and physical development.
When the summer holidays near an end and the new school year approaches, it's time to ensure that your child's eyes are ready for the academic start to the year. Good vision is crucial for effective learning, and neglecting proper eye care can have a significant impact on a child's performance in school. Here's a comprehensive guide on what to ...
From the moment a baby opens their eyes to the world, their visual abilities undergo a series of rapid and remarkable transformations. As optometrists, and parents, we want to highlight the importance of understanding the developmental vision milestones of your child, as they may provide valuable insight into your child's overall growth and health. Outlined below are the visual developments ...
Everywhere we look, it seems that people are always on their smartphones, either texting, video chatting, surfing social media or watching videos. However, adults aren't the only ones who spend time on computers, tablets, smartphones and other digital devices.
Children, too, use smartphones and other devices more than ever before, whether for school, socialising or entertainment. Though technology has made many ...
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