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Missouri Sen. Schmitt hears testimony on dangers of too much screen time for children

Missouri Sen. Schmitt hears testimony on dangers of too much screen time for children

by Marshall Griffin | Jan 16, 2026 | News, Politics / Govt

A U.S. Senate committee is examining the effects on children who spend hours with their eyes glued to smartphones, tablets, and other devices. During a hearing Thursday before the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Jeremy Horvath, CEO of educational company LME...
Missouri Sen. Schmitt hears testimony on dangers of too much screen time for children

UnitedHealthcare says nearsightedness in kids is due to increase in digital devices

by admin | Oct 14, 2023 | Health / Medicine, News

Nearsightedness, or myopia, cases are increasing among today’s youth due to the prevalence of digital devices. Dr. Premilla Banwait, at UnitedHealthcare Vision, said it’s concerning to see cases on the rise. “Children are on their devices – smartphones, iPads,...

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