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Is Europe Safe from the Myopia Epidemic?

As global myopia rates soar, three landmark meta-analyses examine the European epidemiological landscape

  • By

  • Cristina Álvarez Peregrina

  • Miguel Ángel Sánchez-Tena

  • Pelsin Demir

  • Andrzej Grzybowski

  • May 5, 2026

  • 5 min

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    Myopia prevalence in Europe is rising, now estimated at 23.5%-24.9%.

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    Adolescent rates nearing 50% require urgent attention.

  • 3

    Geographical disparities are evident across Europe.

  • 4

    High myopia (>−6.00D) affects over 3% of the population.

  • 5

    Measurement techniques influence reported prevalence rates.

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    Urbanization and increased near-work activities are major contributors.

  • 7

    Myopia management needs to shift from correction to proactive strategies.

  • 8

    The European Myopia Network promotes research and education on myopia.

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Is Europe Safe from the Myopia Epidemic?

  • by Cristina Álvarez Peregrina, Miguel Ángel Sánchez-Tena, Pelsin Demir, Andrzej Grzybowski

  • May 5, 2026

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