AI detects blood pressure and diabetes from short videos

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🧬 Selfies That Save Lives: AI's Health-Detecting Superpower

Japanese researchers developed an AI system that detects high blood pressure and diabetes from short face and hand videos, with accuracy at levels comparable matching or exceeding those of traditional methods like cuffs and wearable devices.

How does it work?

• Analyzes 30 regions of face and palm

• Uses high-speed video to track subtle blood flow patterns

• Processes clips as short as 5 seconds

• Combines video capture with advanced AI analysis

How accurate is it?

• 94% accuracy for high blood pressure detection

• 75% accuracy for diabetes screening

• 86% accuracy from 30-second videos

• 81% accuracy maintained with 5-second clips

What makes this special?

• No physical contact required

• More convenient than traditional methods

• Could enable widespread health screening

• Potential for integration into everyday devices

What's the future impact?

• Possible smartphone integration

• Smart mirror implementation

• Increased access to health screening

• More frequent health monitoring

What's next?

• Further testing and validation

• Development of consumer applications

• Integration into existing devices

• Regulatory approval processes

This innovation could revolutionize personal health monitoring, making vital screenings as simple as taking a selfie while dramatically improving healthcare accessibility worldwide.

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