The foreign publication El Pais published material according to which humanity will soon face an epidemic of blindness.
According to the newspaper, people will find themselves face to face with a new threat by 2050.
El Pais , in particular, writes: “During the specified period of time, doctors will diagnose myopia in half of the world’s population.”
It is emphasized that the emergence of such a problem is associated with the development of digital technologies, namely gadgets.
A frightening threat
The publication adds: “Smartphones, tablets, and computers are wearing out our eyes.”
According to the newspaper, today even small children are subject to the strong influence of digital technologies on a person.
Medical experts recommend, in the current reality, not to overload your visual organs by constantly holding gadgets in your hands.
Doctors advise spending more time outdoors, alternating passive and active recreation.
