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It is well established that much “near work” during childhood (and even adults) contributes to myopia. Some populations are particularly vulnerable. Myopia also
by robwwilliams 2y ago
It is well established that much “near work” during childhood (and even adults) contributes to myopia. Some populations are particularly vulnerable. Myopia also has a reasonable strong genetic component in humans and mice.
Classic example of gene-by-environmental interaction.
Here is a recent reference and meta-analysis:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9820324/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9820324/
- Wowfunhappy 2y agoDid they control for the fact that people who spend more time e.g. reading likely also spend more time indoors?
- euroderf 2y agoSo much for the health benefits of building model kits and collecting stamps and coins.