Zhongyuan Network News (Zhao Wenyuan correspondent Hu Yaling) March 2022 is the fourth myopia prevention and control publicity and education month. In order to further create a publicity and education atmosphere for myopia prevention and control, jointly care for children's eyes, and let them have a bright future, on March 22, Fogang Primary School in Erqi District, Zhengzhou City invited Zhang Xiaoli, deputy chief physician of the Department of Pediatric Ophthalmology of the Second People's Hospital of Zhengzhou City, to bring a lecture on myopia prevention and control health to students.
A clear and intuitive eye structure diagram kicked off the prelude to the activity, Director Zhang led the children to re-understand our eyes, pointing out that "the myopia rate of adolescents in the mainland is rising, and the myopia is becoming younger and more severe, and it has become a big problem related to the future of the country and the nation", so that the children realize the importance of protecting the eyes. Then, Director Zhang told the children that the causes of myopia formation are genetic factors, environmental factors, physical and health factors, etc., and listed several hazards of myopia. Director Zhang stressed that "the best choice in the face of myopia is not treatment but prevention and control", and patiently explained to the children the small tricks of preventing and controlling myopia, such as doing more outdoor exercise, developing correct learning habits, staying away from harmful blue light, and nutritional balance. After that, Director Zhang also led the children to do eye exercises together. The event ended in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere.
This activity enabled students to master the methods of preventing and controlling myopia and raised their awareness of loving eye care. I believe that children will definitely apply what they have learned today to their lives, correct bad eye habits, effectively improve the ability to protect their eyes, and scientifically and effectively prevent and control myopia.