Protecting our eyes in the digital age

在数字时代保护我们的眼睛

Round Table China

2024-06-06

24 分钟
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The human eye! It is through this intricate lens that we perceive the beauty of a blooming flower, the majesty of a mountain range, and the tender expressions of those we love. Yet, in this digital age, our eyes are besieged by the relentless glow of screens. How can we balance the marvels of modern technology with the preservation of our precious sight? On the show: Heyang, Ding Heng & Steve Hatherly.
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  • Coming to you from Beijing.

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  • Ah, the human eye is through this intricate lens that we perceive the beauty of a blooming flower, the majesty of a mountain range, and the tender expressions of those we love.

  • Yet in this digital age, our eyes are besieged by the relentless glow of screens.

  • Hours spent in front of computers, tablets and phones strain our vision and threaten the very gift that allows us to witness the splendor of existence.

  • How can we balance the marvels of modern technology with the preservation of our precious sight?

  • For todays program, im joined by Ding Heng in the studio and staying Steve Hatherley on the line.

  • First on todays show, June 6 marks the 29th National Eye Care Day in China.

  • Focusing on general eye health chinas shift from blindness preservation to eye health promotion reflects a broader public health approach.

  • Achieving greater awareness, accessibility and equity in eye care is essential for all.

  • How can public health initiatives be designed to address the evolving eye health needs of the population, particularly in the context of changing lifestyles?

  • So, Dingheung, could you please update us with what are the interesting and important activities and events held this year on this day?

  • Yeah, so for this years National Eye Care Day, Chinas National Health Commission has proposed a series of promotional activities to try to enhance public awareness and attention to the issue of eye health.

  • For example, the commission will release some posters, videos and other kind of materials by various regions before that date.

  • And in the meantime, the commission will also organize any eligible medical institutions to conduct online or offline clinics in a timely manner to provide consultations, eye examinations, inquiries and education on common eye diseases.