VOICED : Examen de vista con smartphone

An experimental project in Kenya is using smartphones to conduct eye exams in remote areas. A London medical school is leading the initiative, which employs a smartphone app and an adapted lens to scan retinas and store patient data. This technology is affordable and easy to use compared to traditional equipment. The project is in its testing phase, aiming to prevent blindness and detect diseases like glaucoma and cataracts. It hopes to revolutionize eye care for millions in Africa.

What is the primary goal of the project mentioned in the video?

• To build new hospitals in remote areas of Kenya

• To improve the lives of people with vision problems in Kenya

• To provide free smartphones to people in Kenya

• To train local doctors in advanced medical procedures

What technology is being used to conduct eye exams in the project?

• A smartphone with a special application and lens

• Traditional eye examination equipment

• A portable computer

• A new type of glasses

How does the smartphone device compare to traditional equipment?

• It requires more training to operate

• It is easier to use and more affordable

• It is more expensive and heavier

• It is less accurate in diagnosing diseases

What percentage of blindness cases do the project leaders hope to prevent?

• 60%

• 70%

• 50%

• 80%

What is the long-term goal of the project in terms of patient treatment?

• To treat 1,000 people

• To treat 20,000 people

• To treat 5,000 people

• To treat 10,000 people