Why do so many Chinese children wear glasses?

dbrownridge (Canada)

This is all very serious — how can you learn if you can't see properly? Teachers, friends, family and most of all parents must play closer attention to this serious issue of poor eyesight. It only adds to the already enormous burden shouldered by Chinese students, and inhibits efforts to educate and improve themselves. For students who are too poor to afford eyeglasses, charitable organizations should be formed to assist them. Please don't let this simple health issue go ignored.