Children’s vision is getting worse. Children spend more time looking at screens up close, while they are spending less time outdoors. This increases the risk of myopia, which means they cannot see things clearly from a distance. By 2050, 1 in 2 children is expected to have myopia.

Myopia is more than just needing glasses. As a child grows, myopia can get worse. 1 in 3 children with severe myopia may develop a serious eye disease later in life. This can lead to permanent vision loss or even blindness.

The good news is that healthy screen habits and spending enough time outdoors can help protect children’s eyes. That’s why we created Viewy: one app that teaches children the healthy habits they need to protect their vision for the future.