
Study on the Link Between Myopia and Connective Tissue Elasticity
Introduction A large-scale study conducted in Israel found that adolescents with myopia had a higher incidence of musculoskeletal issues such as hernias, scoliosis, and flat feet compared with those without nearsightedness. This discovery opens up a new perspective: myopia may not only be a refractive condition of the eye but could also reflect a systemic […]

MSc, MD Nguyen Phu Tung Wins A Prize at the 2025 Scientific and Technical Conference
At the 2025 Scientific and Technical Conference organized by Saigon Medical Group under the theme “Modern Technology, JCI Quality,” the field of Ophthalmology marked a notable professional milestone. MSc, MD Nguyen Phu Tung – Hospital Director and Medical Director of Sai Gon Ngo Gia Tu Eye Hospital – excellently achieved the A Prize for his […]

Celebrate Vietnamese Women’s Day 20/10 – Honoring the beauty of Vietnamese eyes.
TD Eye celebrates Vietnamese Women’s Day October 20th is a special occasion to honor Vietnamese women — those who embody strength, grace, and intelligence. Every woman has her own story, her own way of loving and caring for herself. Among all, the eyes — the “windows to the soul” — are where vitality, confidence, and […]

Bad Habits Forcing Nearly 5 Million Children to Wear Glasses
Alarming Reality of Refractive Errors in Schoolchildren According to statistics from the Vietnam Ophthalmology Council (2024), around 5 million children—accounting for 30–40% of school-age students—are affected by refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, with myopia being the most common. In major cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, this rate exceeds 50%, […]

Air Pollution Increases Myopia Rates in Children
General Context In recent years, the rate of myopia among children has been rising rapidly, especially in major urban areas where population density is high and air pollution is severe. A new study published in PNAS Nexus provides important scientific evidence showing that air pollution may be a direct contributing factor to the increasing risk […]

ESCRS 2025: The Meeting Place of the World’s Leading Ophthalmology Experts
Introduction In September, the 43rd Annual Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) took place in Copenhagen, Denmark. Known worldwide as ESCRS 2025, this congress has become one of the most influential platforms for ophthalmology, attracting over 4,000 surgeons, scientists, and experts across continents. More than a scientific event, ESCRS 2025 […]
Scientific and Technical Conference 2025 – Modern Technology, JCI Quality
The Beginning of the Year’s Largest Medical Event The Scientific and Technical Conference 2025 under the theme “Modern Technology, JCI Quality”, organized by the Saigon Medical Group (MSG), will officially take place on September 20, 2025, in Ho Chi Minh City. This prestigious annual medical event brings together more than 400 experts, doctors, nurses, pharmacists, […]

Breakthrough therapies in dry eye limited by access
Introduction Dry eye is a common condition caused by many different factors such as prolonged contact lens wear, refractive surgery, dry environments, or unhealthy lifestyle habits. In recent years, ophthalmology has witnessed a wave of breakthrough therapies in the treatment of dry eye disease. These targeted agents can address specific causes of the disease, opening […]

A sharp increase in refractive errors in Bengaluru over the past decade, linked to screen time and reduced outdoor activity
Report from the Doctors at Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital on Refractive Error Trends and Personalized Treatment with Contoura Vision. Over the past 10 years, Bengaluru has witnessed an alarming increase in refractive errors such as myopia and astigmatism, especially among children, young adults, and IT professionals – groups who spend many hours in front of […]

New ZEISS Study Finds Majority of Parents Worry About Impact of Screen Time on Their Children’s Eye Health, Value Protective Behaviors to Maintain Eyesight
Survey on Children’s Eye Health: Parents’ Concerns During Children’s Eye Health & Safety Month Summary of nationwide survey results on parents’ concerns, behaviors, and habits in protecting and maintaining children’s eye health in the U.S. Background & Objectives Each August is recognized as Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, coinciding with families preparing for the […]
