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Sitting close to the TV causes the loss of eyesight

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I found, according to the UT San Antonio, that sitting close to a TV, can't cause blindness, but can cause discomfort, for some people with farsightedness, that makes close things blurry.

https://news.uthscsa.edu/myth-or-fact-can-sitting-too-close-to-the-tv-hurt-your-eyes-will-wearing-glasses-weaken-your-eyes-test-your-knowledge/#:~:text=Answer%3A%20Myth.,close%20to%20you%20appear%20blurry.
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I think additional sources would support your claim. The source provided is lacking studies or evidence that supports the claim.

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