We tend to think of an eye test as a way of checking our vision, but what if a photograph of the back of your eye could also help predict your risk of a heart attack or stroke?
A new AI program called ‘Dr Noon by Heart Eye’ uses images of the retina to identify warning signs of cardiovascular disease.
It could offer a new way of spotting serious health problems before symptoms even appear.
Joining Pat now to tell us how it works is Arthur Cummings of the Wellington Eye Clinic.
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