Understanding the Rise, Risks & Reliable Solutions at Malaya Optical Rising Myopia Rates in Malaysian Children Studies in Malaysia show that 9.8% of 7-year-olds and 34.4% of 15-year-olds are affected by myopia (thesun.my). Additional research reports myopia prevalence ranging from 7.1% (ages 7–12 on East Coast islands) to 34.4% at age 15 in urban settings . These trends mirror broader Asia-wide increases, where up to 50% of youth are nearsighted—and projections show further growth by 2050 (en.wikipedia.org). Bottom line: over a third of Malaysian adolescents now experience shortsightedness, demanding proactive and expert eye care. What Causes Myopia in Kids? Genetic Influences Children with one or both myopic parents are far more likely to develop myopia, a trend supported by Malaysian and global research (researchgate.net). Environmental Factors Screen Time & Near…
