Why ARE so many children now short-sighted? Experts reveal their suspicions as new research shows a third of kids need glasses

The pandemic may be to blame for spiralling levels of short-sightedness in children, researchers revealed today.

Experts have long warned it is because youngsters are spending less time outdoors and more time watching TV and playing video games.

But scientists said Covid, which saw millions forced to stay indoors, may have ‘accelerated vision deterioration’ in kids.

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