A new study has revealed that slum children have better eyesight than those from well-to-do families.
According to various health experts, slum children or children from poor background do not have the luxury of eating junk food or get exposed to latest technology. This in turn has reduced the risk of eye ailments in such children with just 3.27 percent suffering from any eye problems compared to others.
Diabetic Retinopathy - Risk Factors - Symptoms - Treatment - Diagnosis - FAQs
The term ‘diabetic retinopathy’ refers to changes in the retina which often occur in people with diabetes.
The term ‘diabetic retinopathy’ refers to changes in the retina which often occur in people with diabetes.
“The health examination of AIE children was done to identify and diagnose medical, dental and eye ailments. The survey was undertaken for commonly occurring ailments such as malnutrition, anaemia and worm infestation. Special attention was paid to children having acute medical conditions”, Dr Paramjyoti, Programme Officer, School Health Programme said.
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About Conjunctivitis | Pink Eye
Conjunctivitis or Pink Eye causes redness and soreness of the conjunctiva and is responsible for 1% of all emergency visits to a hospital.
Conjunctivitis or Pink Eye causes redness and soreness of the conjunctiva and is responsible for 1% of all emergency visits to a hospital.
LASIK Eye Surgery
LASIK is a type of laser procedure performed on the eye to correct refractive errors and presbyopia by reshaping the cornea.
LASIK is a type of laser procedure performed on the eye to correct refractive errors and presbyopia by reshaping the cornea.
Amblyopia | Lazy Eye - Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment FAQs Glossary
Amblyopia is the loss of one eye's ability to see details. Amblyopia is otherwise known as lazy eye.
Amblyopia is the loss of one eye's ability to see details. Amblyopia is otherwise known as lazy eye.
