DigiVis

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DigiVis

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At CUH we work tirelessly to make our patients' lives better and deliver care in the most effective way possible.

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Our innovative app - DigiVis has been developed to allow adults and children to test their own vision accurately at home.

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Led by Paediatric ophthalmologist, Dr Louise Allen, it's very similar to the eye test we do in clinic, with the benefit of patients not having to travel on site.

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We have pioneered a new approach for schoolchildren in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough who missed eye test screening during the Covid restrictions.

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It's a simple process to get set-up.

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You need two digital devices such as a smartphone and laptop, as well as a few household items to calibrate the system.

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Such as a tape measure or ruler and a standard sized business / store card.

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It does not prevent a condition, but allows a condition to be detected early.

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Using digital technology has allowed us to reach those children whose screening has been disrupted by the Covid crisis, to ensure that they don't miss out.

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Scan the QR code to find out more about the DigiVis.