A new article discusses a system that combines high-speed video and an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered algorithm to offer quick, no-contact screenings for high blood pressure and Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. The key points are:- The system was able to detect stage 1 hypertension with 94% accuracy compared to a continuous blood pressure monitor. It was 86% accurate in detecting if blood pressure was above normal in a 30-second video, and 81% accurate in a 5-second video. Compared to hemoglobin A1c blood tests, the system was 75% accurate in identifying people with diabetes. The researchers believe this method could allow people to monitor their health at home and lead to early detection of high blood pressure and diabetes. Further development and validation is still needed before the system can be used outside of a research setting.
