Kerala launches world's first AI-driven Govt screening program for chronic eye diseases with Remidio
1 month, 1 week ago

Kerala launches world's first AI-driven Govt screening program for chronic eye diseases with Remidio

New Indian Express  

The Government of Kerala, in collaboration with Remidio, a leader in AI-driven ophthalmic screening solutions, has launched Nayanamritham 2.0 — the world’s first government-led AI-assisted chronic eye disease screening program. This pioneering initiative leverages artificial intelligence to enhance early detection and streamline eye disease screening, making quality eye care more accessible and efficient across the state. In addition to diabetic retinopathy, Nayanamritham 2.0 expands its scope to include screening for two other major chronic eye diseases such as glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration. Anand Sivaraman, CEO of Remidio, emphasised the transformative impact of this collaboration: "The Kerala Government has integrated technology into public health in a groundbreaking way, making the state the first government public health system globally to adopt AI for chronic eye disease screening."

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3 months, 2 weeks ago

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The Hindu  

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6 months ago

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The Hindu  

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1 year, 5 months ago

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The Hindu  

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Study Shows AI’s Accuracy for Early Diagnosis of Diabetic Retinopathy in Asymptomatic Patients
3 years ago

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News 18  

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The Hindu  

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Andhra Pradesh launches free mass eye screening programme
5 years, 5 months ago

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India TV News  

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6 years, 6 months ago

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Wired  

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6 years, 7 months ago

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India Today  

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6 years, 7 months ago

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India Today  

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Daily Mail  

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Daily Mail  

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