The new year is often synonymous with good resolutions: adopting a healthier lifestyle, spending more time with loved ones, and getting more exercise. What if one of the most important resolutions for 2026 was to protect your children's vision?
Myopia, which is increasingly common among young people, is no longer just a simple visual impairment. It is an eye health issue that can have long-term repercussions. The good news? Today, there are effective solutions to slow its progression.
Myopia: a growing phenomenon
Myopia affects a growing number of children. Experts agree that changes in our lifestyles are a major contributing factor. More time spent in front of screens, less time outdoors, and prolonged close-up activities stimulate the onset and progression of myopia.
Why is this a concern?
Because the younger a child becomes nearsighted, the more likely their myopia is to progress rapidly, increasing the risk of eye complications later in life, such as myopic retinopathy or retinal detachment.
The good news is that we can take action!
Myopia control combines several proven approaches to slow the progression of myopia in children. It is not a matter of correcting vision as traditional glasses do, but rather of changing the way the eye develops.
Among the approved solutions available at IRIS:
Specialized eyeglass lenses
Such as Axiora lenses, designed to slow the progression of myopia while providing clear, comfortable vision on a daily basis.
Myopia control contact lenses
Certain soft or rigid lenses are designed to slow the elongation of the eye, the main cause of myopia.
Lifestyle changes
- Spend more time outdoors
- Reduce prolonged screen time
- Encourage regular visual breaks
These simple steps also help protect children's eyes.
2026: the year to take control
For many families, 2026 may be the year to take action. Having your child's vision assessed early, at age 5 or 6, allows you to intervene when treatments are most effective.
At IRIS, our optometrists use the latest technology to detect the early signs of myopia and offer a personalized control plan. We combine expertise, rigor, and innovative solutions to support children in their visual development.
A resolution that changes everything
Taking care of children's vision means offering them:
- A better quality of life
- Controlled visual progression
- Prevention of future complications
- Greater confidence in everyday life
And it's a resolution you can easily keep with regular follow-ups.
Ready to get started?
- Make an appointment for an eye exam
- Learn about myopia control options (Axiora lenses, contact lenses designed for myopia control, etc.)
- Discuss a personalized plan with your IRIS optometrist
In 2026, make your children's visual health a priority. Their future will thank you.
