Sunderland eye hospital receives £12m funding to use AI for early disease detection
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Sunderland eye hospital receives £12m funding to use AI for early disease detection

1 hour ago · Originally published 6 Nov 2026 8/10 Original headline: £12m investment in Sunderland hub could use AI to predict if you'll get diabetes
A new health hub in Sunderland will use artificial intelligence to analyse routine eye scans for early signs of conditions like diabetes and heart disease. By identifying subtle changes in retinal images alongside NHS records, the project aims to help doctors provide preventative treatment and reduce pressure on local health services.
Source: Chronicle Live Tyne And Wear
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