Family Focus February

There’s been major progress for children at risk of short‑sightedness:

• Low‑dose atropine drops now licensed in the UK
  A safe, once‑nightly drop for young children with rapidly progressive myopia
• Second‑generation myopia‑control glasses, contact lenses & orthokeratology lenses
  This year marks the launch of second‑generation myopia control glasses, contact lenses and orthokeratology designs, with several manufacturers introducing updated, higher efficacy technologies building on proven systems to provide even better control of eye growth in children.
• Latest lifestyle advice to delay or slow myopia progression
  Simple routines including outdoor time, good sleep, healthy near‑work habits, and smart nutrition, are proven to make a meaningful difference alongside clinical treatment.