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The Global Myopia Awareness Coalition (GMAC) recently launched its “Little KidLicense” campaign to continue to raise awareness of childhood myopia and the newtreatment options available. GMAC, of which Treehouse Eyes is a member, invitedjunior racers to the go-kart track for an unexpected eye exam before heading out forsome fun!A recent survey of parents by the … Read more

The start of a new school year can be overwhelming, even for the most confident children. That’s why parents are doing whatever they can to help their children successfully transition to the next academic grade. Below, we share our top tips for parents, so they can ensure that their child’s vision is a tool for … Read more

The drastic increase in the number of children diagnosed with myopia during the past decade is astonishing — but is it surprising? Not really. When you analyze the causes of myopia, it becomes clear why more and more children are becoming affected by this progressive eye disease.  What Is Myopia?  Myopia, often referred to as … Read more

Given the rapid increase in childhood myopia being seen in the U.S., the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Academy of Pediatrics recently updated their guidance on managing myopia in children. Both organizations now recommend children play outdoors more to delay the onset of myopia, and support proactive treatment of myopic children to reduce the progression and eye disease … Read more

Most parents are aware of the many benefits associated with children taking part in outdoor activities. The obvious benefits of fresh air and physical exercise aren’t the only perks for kids who play outdoors. Recent research showsthat increased “sun time” can actually slow down the progression of myopia (often referred to as nearsightedness), or even postpone … Read more