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Q1: What is the name of the company that launched the "A Million Visions" campaign to raise awareness on children’s eye health?
A1: The company that launched the "A Million Visions" campaign is HOYA Malaysia.
Q2: What is the main purpose of the "A Million Visions" campaign?
A2: The main purpose of the "A Million Visions" campaign is to raise awareness about children's eye health, especially relating to myopia (shortsightedness).
Q3: What is myopia, and how does it affect children?
A3: Myopia, or shortsightedness, is a refractive error that affects millions of children worldwide. It causes close-up objects to look clear, but distant objects to look blurry.
Q4: What is the projected prevalence of myopia in the global population by 2050?
A4: According to recent studies, nearly half of the global population could be myopic by 2050.
Q5: What services will HOYA Malaysia offer as part of its "A Million Visions" campaign?
A5: As part of its "A Million Visions" campaign, HOYA Malaysia will offer free eye examinations and lifestyle consultations for children aged 5 to 12.
Q6: How can parents book an appointment for their child's eye examination through HOYA Malaysia?
A6: Parents can book an appointment at one of over 400 participating optical stores nationwide by registering through HOYA's link at https://tinyurl.com/wsdhoya, starting from October 7, 2024, and closing on October 22, 2024.
Q7: What is the technology behind HOYA's MiYOSMART lenses?
A7: The technology behind HOYA's MiYOSMART lenses is the Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments (D.I.M.S) lens, which has proven to effectively reduce progression of myopia by up to 60%.
Q8: What are some common misconceptions about myopia that parents should be aware of?
A8: One common misconception is that wearing glasses will make myopia worse or lead to dependence on them. However, untreated myopia leads to its progression, which increases the risk of severe vision problems later in life.
Q9: How can spending more time outdoors help prevent or slow down myopia in children?
A9: Spending at least two hours a day outdoors can reduce the risk of myopia onset and progression.
Q10: What is the recommended way for children to take breaks from screen time and near work?
A10: Children should follow the 20-20-20 rule, which involves looking at something at least 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds every 20 minutes to reduce eye strain.