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TL;DR
This narrative literature review synthesizes research on how neighborhood and built environment factors, such as pollution, housing, and safety, are associated with eye health outcomes and access to eye care.
Translational Vision Science & Technology · 5 authors, 2 centres
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This narrative literature review synthesizes research on how neighborhood and built environment factors, such as pollution, housing, and safety, are associated with eye health outcomes and access to eye care.
This is a narrative review that synthesizes existing literature on the impact of neighborhood and built environment factors on eye health and vision outcomes. For example, it highlights that neighborhood violent crimes are associated with increased odds of ocular hospitalizations, and that unsafe neighborhoods are linked to poor chronic disease control and missed medical appointments, which can worsen secondary eye health outcomes. The authors identify key gaps in knowledge, such as the direct impact of specific pollutants on eye health, and conclude that future research is needed to tailor policies and improve eye health equity.