The Basics Of Nearsightedness

Posted on July 5, 2021 (July 5, 2021) by Dr. Shonah Finlay

Nearsightedness, or myopia, is an eye problem that causes objects at a distance to be blurry. A nearsighted person can clearly see objects that are close to them but has a hard time focusing on objects that are far away.

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Article Written By: Troy Bedinghaus, OD

Original Article Posted on: July 19, 2020

Link to Original Article: https://www.verywellhealth.com/the-basics-of-nearsightedness-3421608

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Written by Dr. Shonah Finlay

Dr. Finlay grew up by the gold mines in South Africa and knew from a young age she wanted to follow a medically related career. She applied to and was accepted to study optometry at the former Rand Afrikaans University in South Africa. During her last year of studies, Dr. Finlay worked on the Train of Hope: South Africa’s Phelophepa. This custom-built train (now 2) travels throughout rural South Africa to deliver top-quality primary healthcare to disadvantaged communities. It was a wonderful experience to bring sight to so many people that otherwise do without. Those memories always remind her of why she loves practicing optometry.