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Parents Miss Importance of Eye Exam
Parents down under think that getting their child`s hair cut is
more important than taking them for an eye test in the lead up to a
new school term, according to a new study.
Research by eyecare provider OPSM found that one in five parents
had never taken their children to have their eyes checked out,
despite eye disorders ranking alongside asthma and allergies as the
most common long-term health problems experienced by young people,
reports news.com.au.
When questioned about their kids` back-to-school routines, just
three per cent said an eye test would be at the top of their to-do
list, compared to seven per cent who would prioritise a
haircut.
"We want parents to be aware of the risks associated with
neglecting to take their children for an eye examination, not just
because it affects health but also academic progress as eye
problems and learning problems are often related,`` OPSM
spokesperson Grant Fisher said in a statement.
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