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Celebrating Myopia Awareness Week: A Commitment to Vision Health
As Myopia Awareness Week 2024 unfolds, we at Myopia Focus are proud to join hands with global organisations and the Eye Care community to...

Jason Higginbotham
May 13, 20243 min read


Find A Specialist - Just Got Better!
Great news! We're excited to launch the enhanced version of our "Find a Specialist" map search function. This latest update is designed...

Richard Kadri-Langford
Mar 27, 20241 min read


Celebrating Our Impact: Myopia Focus in the Spotlight
It's an exciting moment for everyone involved with Myopia Focus as our efforts to drive parental awareness around what myopia, or...

Richard Kadri-Langford
Mar 6, 20242 min read


Join Myopia Focus at 100% Optical This Weekend
We're excited to announce that Myopia Focus will be part of 00% Optical event this weekend! It's an opportunity we've been looking...

Richard Kadri-Langford
Feb 23, 20242 min read


Is Ortho-K the Best Option for My Child's Vision? A Comprehensive Review of Orthokeratology for Kids
Navigating the myriad of options available for managing your child's myopia can feel overwhelming. As a parent, you want to ensure you're...

Richard Kadri-Langford
Feb 15, 20243 min read


The Dream Study: Is childhood progression correlated to final adulthood myopia?
Myopia progression poses an elevated risk of complications, and while there is extensive documentation of myopia development across...

Jason Higginbotham
Jan 17, 20243 min read


Can a mobile app assist in slowing down myopia progression?
In a world where myopia rates are steadily on the rise, coupled with the pervasive integration of advanced technology into our daily...

Jason Higginbotham
Dec 13, 20233 min read


Eyes on the Future: Myopia Focus Petition Surpasses 2000 Signatures
We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our mission to reshape the narrative around myopia in the United Kingdom. Our...

Jason Higginbotham
Nov 29, 20231 min read


Supporting National Myopia Week 2023
National Myopia Week is just around the corner, and it's time to continue our efforts to rally together and address a growing concern –...

Jason Higginbotham
Nov 8, 20233 min read


Common Myopia Myths
Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness or short-sightedness, is a prevalent condition that affects millions of people worldwide....

Deven Lakhani
Nov 7, 20233 min read


Are our tech habits causing our eyes to change shape?
The surge in digital device use, such as smartphones, tablets, and computers, has raised concerns about their potential association with...

Jason Higginbotham
Oct 26, 20231 min read


Myopia Focus supports World Sight Day 2023
As we approach the arrival of World Sight Day 2023, hosted by the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) on the 12th...

Jason Higginbotham
Oct 9, 20232 min read


Screen Distance on iPhone - Do You Need This Feature?
Apple has taken a significant step in prioritising visual health by introducing the 'Screen Distance' setting for iPhones and iPads as...

Jason Higginbotham
Oct 5, 20233 min read


Focus on Vision: Prioritising Children's Eye Health during National Eye Health Week
As parents, we often prioritise our children's physical and mental well-being. But there's one crucial aspect of their health that...

Jason Higginbotham
Sep 11, 20232 min read


Into Focus: The World Health Organization's outlook on myopia's significance
In our fast-paced modern world, the increasing prevalence of myopia has caught the attention of health organizations worldwide. Among...

Jason Higginbotham
Aug 21, 20232 min read


The Rising Prevalence of Myopia in Europe: Understanding the Causes and Shaping Our Future
You may have heard of myopia, also known as nearsightedness, a common vision problem affecting millions worldwide. But did you know that...

Kiran Pannu-Dhillon
Aug 4, 20233 min read


The benefits of daylight for myopia – is there any substitute?
How can I reduce my child’s risk of myopia? Encourage them to play outside! Of course. Such a simple solution… in theory. But, in...

Emily Patterson
Jul 24, 20233 min read


How is myopia diagnosed?
Myopia, commonly known as short-sightedness, affects a significant portion of the global population. Understanding how this condition is...

Jason Higginbotham
Jul 15, 20232 min read


Should myopia management be renamed as axial length management?
The blog post is a response to an article by Jason Higginbotham, the Managing Editor of Myopia Focus, which was featured in The New...

Jason Higginbotham
Jul 5, 20233 min read


Can myopia increase the risk of glaucoma?
Glaucoma Awareness Week is currently underway, aiming to spread vital information about this serious eye condition. To raise awareness...

Jason Higginbotham
Jun 26, 20233 min read
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