The HCM City-based Eye Hospital to provide free glaucoma testing with AI software for 1,000 people. (Photo www.sggpnews.org.vn)HCM City (VNS/VNA) – The Ho Chi Minh City-based Eye Hospital has
announced to offer free-of-charge rapid screening tests for glaucoma by using
artificial intelligence (AI) software.
To mark World Week 2023, the hospital plans to provide examinations
and consultations for 1,000 people.
The offer aims to help city dwellers access new technology – AI software
that could help advance early detection of the disease.
With the assistance of EyeDr, the doctors will quickly determine which patients
are likely to have the disease.
Those over 40 years old having a family member with glaucoma or those having
nearsightedness, farsightedness, or prolonged use of corticosteroids are
eligible for registering for .
The hospital’s customer care staff will arrange and confirm the appointment.
People could register online for testing at https://forms.gle/o8XwBZ7YeJckSWb28
The closing date for the registration is from now until the full number.
For more information, please contact the hospital located at No.280 on Dien
Bien Phu street in District 3.
World Glaucoma Week 2023 from March 12 to 18 aims to raise awareness about
glaucoma and urging people to get tested.
So far more than 500 activities from around the world were submitted on the
world map.
According to the World Glaucoma Association, World Glaucoma Week is a unique
initiative that puts a spotlight on glaucoma as the leading cause of
preventable irreversible blindness worldwide.
The prompt diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma can prevent needless vision
impairment. However, so many are unaware they have the disease or may not have
access to much-needed care.
Most people with glaucoma are not aware of it: most glaucoma patients have zero
symptoms.
Catching the disease early gives patients a great chance of preserving their
vision for the years to come.
As the numbers are expected to increase exponentially, it is a growing public
health concern that needs more attention and effective eye health systems.
The active coming together of the international community with colleagues and
key stakeholders through events to stimulate awareness and dialogue is expected
to improve glaucoma care for patients around the world./.
Source: VietnamPlus
