Myopia On the Rise: Understanding the Nearsightedness Epidemic in Young People More recently, myopia — also referred to as nearsightedness — is raising red flags for eye health professionals. This vision condition, which makes distant objects appear blurry while close objects remain clear, is increasing at an alarming rate worldwide. https://www.diigo.com/item/note/b2kvl/5wdy?k=78559b1ce0028809987d23698705ae0e