Recently, the American Optometric Association released quite a bit of information about "Computer Vision Syndrome". The full press release is here. We want to quote a few paragraphs from the press release.

According to the survey, Americans are feeling the pain of computer vision syndrome. Forty-one percent¹ said they have experienced eye strain, and 45 percent¹ cited neck or back pain after prolonged computer or handheld device use. Many of these symptoms are temporary and will improve after ceasing computer work. However, some individuals may continue to experience visual problems, such as such as blurred distance vision, even after computer work has stopped. If the causes of the problem are not addressed, the symptoms will recur, and perhaps worsen, with future computer use.

The AOA goes on to list a few actions that they believe will help to “prevent or reduce eye and vision problems associated with computer vision syndrome”. We wholeheartedly agree with these suggestions.

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