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Global Concerns and Innovations in Myopia Control
The chapter delves into the global rise of myopia prevalence, driven by factors like increased screen time and early exposure to screens. It explores the establishment of the Myopia Control Clinic at Berkeley and the efforts to introduce evidence-based myopia control services despite initial skepticism. The conversation also touches on the booming market for novel spectacle technologies in countries like China and the U.S., emphasizing the need for diverse design principles and justifying the high costs associated with managing pediatric myopia.