Fly a Kite for Sight
A short time outside each day may help reduce the incidence of myopia (short sightedness).
Myopia is a common vision problem where people see very well on the written page or electronic device but distant objects are blurred.
Evidence shows that sunlight has special properties beneficial to eye health. Specifically that sunshine helps protect young eyes against myopia, a common problem in children.
Although the quality of light and nutrition also play roles in eye health, it is important that we spend a little time outside each day. This is best done in the morning to avoid eye and skin damage caused by excess exposure to UV light.
LEHP has launched a Fly a Kite for Sight initiative – to bring awareness to the importance of children spending time outside.
What better way to spend time outside than flying a kite!
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Step 1
Get club members, family and friends involved.
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Step 3
Capture the moment on camera. Tag us on Facebook or send a copy to
enquiries@lehp.org.au
For an Invitation to Schools and Pre-Schools
Further Information
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Find out more about myopia
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Watch a video about the Fly a Kite activity
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Listen to a radio segment between Macca and LEHP Optometrist Rod Jackson
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Keep your child’s vision healthy. Find a local optometrist today.