Vietnamese
Sai Gon Bien Hoa Eye Hospital will begin a seminar series titled “Myopia Control” on December 21, 2025, dedicated to students and parents in Dong Nai. The program aims to raise community awareness and popularize advanced myopia control methods so that parents can provide timely intervention for their children.
1. The Situation of Refractive Errors Among Students in Dong Nai
Results from eye examination campaigns at schools such as Ha Huy Giap and Nguyen Thai Hoc show a rapid increase in the rate of students with vision issues. Many children are recorded as having myopia from a very young age, increasing the risk of progression throughout each school year.
According to MSc. Dr. Le Thai Minh Hieu, approximately 80% of children screened show signs of myopia. Without proper monitoring and control, children may face serious vision problems later in life, such as macular degeneration, retinal detachment, or cataracts.
The reality in Dong Nai reflects the general trend across the country. Currently, Vietnam has about 6.7 million children with myopia (accounting for 30% of the youth population), a figure projected to rise to 10 million by 2050. Despite this, the rate of children accessing intensive control measures remains below 2%.
Faced with this urgent situation, Sai Gon Bien Hoa Eye Hospital has placed the improvement of eye care awareness at the center of its mission by launching the “Myopia Control” seminar series right at the hospital lobby.
2. Main Content of the “Myopia Control” Seminar Series
The seminar series is organized directly at the hospital with the participation of the ophthalmology expert team from Sai Gon Bien Hoa Eye Hospital (HCMC branch), bringing updated medical knowledge and opportunities to access high-quality eye care services.
- Location: Lobby L1 – Sai Gon Bien Hoa Eye Hospital, 1403 Nguyen Ai Quoc, Tam Hiep Ward, Dong Nai.
- Time: 08:00 AM – 12:00 PM, December 21, 2025.
- Target Audience: Parents and students aged 3–17.
- Speaker: MSc. Dr. Le Thai Minh Hieu – Doctor and Myopia Control Expert at Sai Gon Bien Hoa Eye Hospital.
Specialized content includes:
- “Golden Stage” Consultation: Sharing knowledge on myopia control, emphasizing the importance of the 3–9 age period.
- Risk Assessment: Analyzing the risk of rapid degree progression; identifying causes and symptoms of myopia and astigmatism.
- Solution Updates: Introducing modern and safe myopia control methods such as Ortho-K and myopia control spectacle lenses.
- Care Instructions: Equipping parents and students with scientific eye care skills for studying and using electronic devices.
Examination and Consultation Activities:
- Free Screening: Visual acuity testing and 1:1 consultation for students and parents.
- High-Tech Experience: Direct examinations by specialists using a system of modern ophthalmic equipment.
Through this seminar series, the hospital aims to enhance the awareness of parents and students regarding eye care while supporting effective prevention and control of myopia. The program contributes to bringing useful knowledge to the community, striving for a younger generation with healthy eyes.
3. Sai Gon Bien Hoa Eye Hospital Joins Hands for the Community
In addition to professional work, Sai Gon Bien Hoa Eye Hospital coordinates with schools and parents in school vision care. The hospital is currently implementing a Myopia Control Package with an intensive protocol, accompanied by a “School Subsidy” program offering a 50% cost reduction, helping students easily access high-quality treatment methods.
This activity contributes to strengthening the link between the local healthcare and education sectors, aiming to build a school environment that prioritizes early eye protection.
The seminar is scheduled to take place directly at Sai Gon Bien Hoa Eye Hospital on December 21, 2025. Interested parents can follow announcements from the hospital or contact them directly to register for the screening.