Korean Ophthalmology Society Proposes Annual School Eye Tests
The Korean Ophthalmological Society proposed annual vision testing for every elementary school grade as part of a national system for detecting and managing childhood myopia.
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The Korean Ophthalmological Society proposed testing elementary school students' vision every year, retaining their results over time and referring children with rapid vision changes for ophthalmic care. The proposal would place childhood and adolescent myopia within a long-term national management framework.
From screening to follow-up
The proposed system covers every elementary school grade rather than a single age group. The Korean Ophthalmological Society linked repeated testing with early detection, accumulated records and referral for students whose vision changes quickly.
Evidence and coordination remain part of the policy discussion
The Ministry of Health and Welfare said the proposal requires medical evidence supporting annual testing and cooperation from the Ministry of Education. Lawmaker Kim Yoon said he would support legislative work and the review of a government proposal.
The Korean Ophthalmological Society and the Korea Foundation for the Prevention of Blindness held a policy forum at the National Assembly Members' Office Building on September 28 to discuss prevention, early diagnosis, treatment and long-term management of childhood and adolescent myopia.
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