Webinar on screentime and eye health in children to be held on Sunday, August 30
The Hindu is hosting a free webinar on August 30, 2026, to discuss children's eye health, specifically focusing on myopia and the impact of screen time. Experts will provide insights on early warning signs and preventative measures for refractive errors.
Why it matters
As digital device usage among children increases, public health awareness regarding long-term vision impacts is becoming increasingly critical.
August marks Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, with a focus on childhood vision and myopia. Against this backdrop, The Hindu is holding a webinar, free for all, on Sunday, August 30, 2026.
The webinar will focus on refractive errors in children, particularly the growing concern over myopia, and examine whether increasing screen exposure and reduced time spent outdoors are contributing to changes in children’s vision. The discussion will also look at early warning signs, the importance of timely eye screening, and measures that can help prevent or slow the progression of myopia.
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