Vision problems can affect their learning abilities, social development, self-esteem and hand eye coordination.
If not identified early, some problems can permanently reduce a child's vision.
Why does this happen?
- The most common problems are hard to spot without formal tests.
- Most parents do not realize how vital early eye checks are.
- Most parents do not know that OHIP covers eye exams for children.
- Many parents think glasses are too expensive.
- Some parents perceive wearing glasses to be stigmatizing.
- Some parents believe that glasses weaken eyes.
- Family doctors and pediatricians have neither the knowledge nor the equipment to examine eyes.