Dry eye is not just about screens: Lesser-known factors that can affect eye health

Mint - Oct 7, 2026

With World Sight Day on 8 October, eye care experts tell LiveMint that dry eye can have several causes beyond prolonged screen use. They urge people to recognize broader risk factors and seek appropriate eye treatment, rather than attributing persistent symptoms solely to screen time.

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