Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a condition that affects millions of children and adults and has been on the rise in the United States in recent decades. It is the most common of refractive errors—or imperfections of the eye—in which objects nearby can be seen clearly, while those at a distance appear blurry.

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61% of Australians use either prescription glasses or contact lens

Eye problems are the most common health problems for Australians

Turns out your shades are more than a fashion statement. Sunglasses could shield your eyes from health problems as varied as sunburn, cataracts and skin cancer.