Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Myopia Treatment Options Among Singapore Residents
Applied/Translational Research
Care Continuum
Singapore Health Biomedical Congress
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2022
To assess knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding myopia treatment among Singapore residents. Improved public knowledge on myopia treatment options and behavior modification strategies can reduce myopia progression.
Year Submitted: 2022
Published Date: 31 December 2022
Tags: Care Continuum, Applied/Translational Research, Population Health, Physical Health, Preventive Care, Health Promotion, Public Awareness, Patient Education, Quantitative Research
About this Content
Aims
To assess knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding myopia treatment among Singapore residents.
Background
Myopia is a growing concern in Singapore, with low public awareness of control measures.
Methods
Cross-sectional survey of 853 participants conducted online.
Results
Low awareness of ocular complications and limited understanding of treatment options. Behavioral modifications preferred over evidence-based interventions.
Conclusion
Improved public knowledge on myopia treatment options and behavior modification strategies can reduce myopia progression.
Lessons Learnt
Public education campaigns must better emphasize evidence-based treatments and engage healthcare professionals in promoting awareness.
Additional Information
Recognized at SHBC 2022 with a Merit Award (Student Awards: Open Category)
Keywords
Myopia, Public Awareness, Preventive Care
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine NTU Singapore, Mount Elizabeth Hospitals, Farrer Park Hospital, Nanyang Technological University, Khoo Teck Puat Hospital |
Platform(s) | Singapore Health Biomedical Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Ophthalmology, Optometry/Optometrist |
Project Lead(s) | Deborah Lee |
Project Member(s) | Adeline Yang |
Connect with this contributor!
Deborah Lee - dlee033@e.ntu.edu.sg
Project Attachment
C_51_NTU_SHBC_2022_Knowledge_Attitudes_and_Practices_of_Myopia_Treatment_Options.pdf