Core Viewpoint - The issue of myopia among children and adolescents in China has become a significant public health concern, with the government prioritizing myopia prevention as a national task [2][3] Group 1: Current Situation of Myopia - In China, the overall myopia rate among children and adolescents is 52.7%, with specific rates of 35.6% for elementary school students, 71.1% for middle school students, and 80.5% for high school students [1] - The emergence of "zero myopia" schools, such as those in Menglian County, Yunnan, highlights the rarity of such cases amidst a generally high prevalence of myopia [1] Group 2: Causes of Myopia - The high myopia rates are attributed to a lack of outdoor activities and excessive screen time, exacerbated by the increasing academic pressures on children [2][3] - The shift in lifestyle, where children have less free time for outdoor play compared to previous generations, is a contributing factor to the rising myopia rates [3] Group 3: Recommendations for Prevention - Effective myopia prevention requires a collaborative effort between schools and parents to ensure children have sufficient outdoor time, which is essential for eye health [2][4] - Schools should consider incorporating more outdoor activities into after-school programs and allow children to complete homework during school hours to free up time for play [4]

人民网北京9月18日电 （记者乔业琼）据中疾控微信公众号消息，新学期伊始，孩子们的书本和屏 幕时间即将大幅增加，近视防控也进入关键时期。为守护儿童青少年的光明未来，需要注意以下几点。 三是控制距离：观看电视距离不小于屏幕对角线的4倍，使用电脑的距离≥50厘米，使用手机、平 板电脑的距离≥40厘米。 视觉环境：营造明亮舒适友好空间 户外活动：守护"光明"的天然良药 每天保证2小时以上日间户外活动是预防近视最经济、最有效的方法。 "户外活动"的核心在于"户外"，建议充分利用课间休息、体育课、上下学路途及周末时间，让孩子 在自然光线下活动，即使只是散步、远眺也能受益。家长可共同参与，培养户外活动的习惯。 科学用眼习惯：受益终身的"视力保护盾" 保持正确"三个一"姿势。读书写字时，眼睛离书本一尺（33厘米），胸部离桌缘一拳（6-7厘 米），握笔手指离笔尖一寸（3厘米）。不在走路、吃饭、卧床时、晃动的车厢内、光线暗弱或阳光直 射等情况下看书或使用电子产品。 严控电子产品的使用。孩子使用电子产品时，应遵循"三大原则"： 一是限制时间：非学习目的使用单次≤15分钟，每天累计≤1小时。年龄越小，连续使用电子产品的 时间应越短 ...

暑假期间，没了学校作息的约束，孩子们使用电子设备的时间大幅增加。刷视频、打游戏、上网课……双眼长时间紧盯屏幕，极易导致视疲劳。不仅影响眼 睛的正常发育，也大大增加了近视发生的风险。数据显示，近年来尽管我国儿童青少年近视的总体患病率趋于稳定，但防控形势依然十分严峻。 几年前，王女士4岁的孩子出现了近视，眼看着孩子即将开启小学学习生涯，利用这个暑期，王女士再次带着孩子来医院进行复查。 王女士：现在他们这个年纪已经挺厉害了，因为他下学期上小学，就已经影响他上课看黑板了。 事实上，像王女士一样为孩子视力担心的家长并非少数。统计数据显示，我国儿童青少年总体近视率已达52.7%，其中高中生、初中生、小学生近视率分别 达80.5%、71.1%、35.6%。 首都医科大学附属北京同仁医院斜视与小儿眼科主任 付晶：特别是如果到了暑假寒假，近视可能会占到七成以上，看儿童眼病的患者大多数是近视的小患 者。过去乡村的孩子和城市的孩子相比，近视就会少很多，但是现在基本上无论在各个地方孩子近视的患病率都非常高。再比如十几年前，近视的孩子多数 会是在三四年级、四五年级才开始出现近视，但是现在发现一个非常严重的情况，那就是一年级二年级的孩子 ...

Core Viewpoint - The increasing prevalence of myopia among children and adolescents in China has raised concerns about eye health, leading to a market for "anti-myopia" school supplies, particularly exercise books, which may not meet safety standards [1][4][10] Group 1: Industry Standards and Regulations - The national mandatory standard "Hygienic Requirements for Anti-Myopia Learning Supplies for Children and Adolescents" (GB40070-2021) was implemented on March 1, 2022, setting specific requirements for exercise books, including D65 brightness between 55.0% and 85.0%, D65 fluorescence brightness ≤ 5.0%, and a basis weight of ≥ 65.0 g/m² [4][10] - The recommended standard "Exercise Books" (QB/T1437-2023) aligns with the mandatory standard in terms of D65 brightness and fluorescence brightness requirements, but it is not as strictly enforced [13][10] - The market has seen confusion regarding the term "new national standard," as the mandatory standard must be adhered to for all relevant products, and any non-compliance renders the product unfit for sale [10][13] Group 2: Product Quality and Consumer Awareness - A media investigation revealed that about 30% of the tested exercise books labeled as "anti-myopia" did not meet national standards, with some showing excessive fluorescence brightness [1][10] - Parents often rely on visual cues, such as the color of the paper, to select products they believe are safer for their children's eyes, but there is skepticism about the actual effectiveness of these products [1][7] - Experts emphasize that while yellowish paper may reduce glare, overly yellow paper can be counterproductive, and the presence of fluorescent agents in paper can negatively impact eye health [7][8][10] Group 3: Recommendations for Eye Health - Medical professionals suggest that relying solely on "anti-myopia" exercise books is not scientifically supported, and recommend a combination of outdoor activities, proper lighting, and good reading posture to protect eye health [17]

Core Insights - The near-sightedness rate among children and adolescents aged 6-18 in Shanghai decreased by 1.5 percentage points in 2024 compared to 2023, marking the second consecutive year of decline by the same percentage [1] - The effective control of near-sightedness in Shanghai is attributed to various measures, including enhancing vision health services, improving visual environments, increasing outdoor activities, and promoting scientific education [1][2] Group 1 - Shanghai has implemented a "smart vision campus" screening model and a "smart precision" intervention model since 2015, utilizing automated detection and monitoring devices [1] - The city established a large-scale electronic health record system for children's vision, achieving comprehensive management of refractive development for over 3.89 million students and participation from over 11 million individuals [1] - In 2021, the near-sightedness rate among children and adolescents in Shanghai reversed a 30-year upward trend, decreasing by 1.2 percentage points [1] Group 2 - The concept of "far-sighted reserve" has been promoted as a key strategy for early intervention and effective prevention of near-sightedness [2] - A standardized evaluation guideline for children's vision and refractive status has been developed to assist health authorities in understanding the developmental characteristics of children's vision [2] - A comprehensive prevention and treatment system has been established, including regular data collection on children's far-sighted reserves and issuing notifications to parents regarding their children's vision health [2]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the increasing prevalence of myopia among Chinese youth, with over 600 million myopia patients reported, and emphasizes the need for collaborative efforts from society, schools, families, and medical institutions to protect children's vision health [1][5]. Group 1: Myopia Prevalence and Awareness Initiatives - The World Health Organization reports that China has the highest youth myopia rate globally, with a trend towards earlier onset [1]. - The "Love Eye Cup" painting competition aims to raise awareness about eye health among children and promote good eye care habits, receiving over 157,000 submissions from children across more than 10 provinces [1][2]. - The initiative seeks to engage children creatively, allowing them to express their understanding of eye health through art, which is more effective than traditional teaching methods [2][7]. Group 2: Educational and Preventive Measures - The article discusses the importance of reducing the incidence of high myopia, which is a leading cause of irreversible blindness, contrasting it with cataracts, which can be treated [5]. - A series of educational activities, including lectures and workshops, have been organized to inform children about myopia prevention and eye care, with over 52.22 million youth screened for myopia in 2024 [5][11]. - The "20-20-20" rule and the significance of outdoor activities are key messages conveyed in these educational efforts, which are reflected in children's artwork [5][11]. Group 3: Innovative Approaches and Technological Advancements - The Eye Care Hospital Group has developed various technologies and devices for myopia prevention, including wearable devices and AI-assisted tools [8]. - The "Natural Classroom" project, which simulates outdoor environments indoors, has been highlighted as a novel approach to combat the rising rates of myopia [8]. - The organization has established a network of over 800 medical institutions to support local governments in conducting annual eye health screenings for children [11]. Group 4: Community Engagement and Future Directions - The article emphasizes the importance of community involvement in promoting eye health, with various engaging activities designed to educate and entertain [11]. - The Eye Care Hospital Group plans to continue leveraging technology and innovative solutions to enhance myopia prevention strategies and improve children's vision health in the future [11].

Core Viewpoint - The National Health Commission of China is actively implementing measures to prevent and control myopia among children and adolescents, recognizing it as a significant health issue affecting this demographic [1][4]. Group 1: Policy and Framework - The National Health Commission is integrating myopia prevention into national health planning and the China Children's Development Outline, emphasizing its importance in the "14th Five-Year" national eye health plan [1]. - A collaborative mechanism involving government, education, families, and healthcare institutions is being established to enhance myopia prevention efforts [1]. Group 2: Early Intervention and Screening - The focus is on early intervention for children aged 0-6, with five scheduled refraction screenings at specific ages to assess the risk of myopia [2]. - Parents are promptly informed of any abnormal screening results to guide changes in children's eye habits and encourage outdoor activities [2]. Group 3: Public Awareness and Education - A strong emphasis is placed on public education regarding myopia prevention, utilizing both traditional and new media to disseminate knowledge [3]. - Three key preventive measures are promoted: increasing outdoor activity to over 2 hours daily, limiting screen time for children, and adhering to the "20-20-20" rule to reduce near-vision strain [3]. Group 4: Progress and Outcomes - As a result of ongoing efforts, the coverage rate for eye health checks among children aged 0-6 has reached 95.4%, and there is a noted decline in overall myopia rates among children and adolescents [4].

衡水市安平县疾病预防控制中心公共卫生科科长 田许：国家的标准，桌面是300至500勒克斯，黑板是500至750勒克斯。 在"全国儿童青少年近视防控试点区"包头市青山区的一所学校，以往的老式日光灯换成了护眼LED灯，黑板区域也增设了防眩光侧翼灯。 今年三月是教育部开展的第10个全国近视防控宣传教育月。从2020年开始，教育部针对儿童青少年近视防控每年开展两次宣传教育月活动。 新学期，学校的近视防控工作有什么样的变化？学生的近视防控意识有什么样的改变？ 硬件升级+课间创新 让学生护眼成习惯 0:00 新学期，在河北省衡水市安平县第三实验小学，县疾控中心的工作人员通过专业测光仪，检测教室灯光。经多点位检测，教室内光照强度符合国家标准，光 线柔和且舒适。 科技助力学生近视防控 坐姿直接影响着学生的用眼习惯。走访中记者发现，多地的学校都已经更新了课桌椅。在深圳这所中学，学校制定了学生身高和座椅高度的匹配表，每学期 进行调整。 深圳市光明区公明中学（集团） 校医 徐丹：学生只要知道自己的身高，就可以清楚知道自己该选择哪种型号，便于学生调节，也便于学校管理。 河北省衡水市安平县对"课间15分钟"进行微改革，丰富多彩的活动让 ...