Eye Focus App Launched to Boost Early Detection of Eye Diseases in Ghana

Accessplus Communications Limited has introduced "Eye Focus," an innovative artificial intelligence (AI)-powered mobile application designed to significantly enhance access to eye health screening and education across Ghana. The app aims to foster the early detection of vision problems, a critical step in preventing serious visual impairment.

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Prevention remains far better and far less costly than cure

The "Eye Focus" application allows users to perform basic vision screenings, access valuable eye health information, and seek timely professional care if any abnormalities are detected. Kelvin Boateng, CEO of Accessplus Communications Limited, stated at the launch in Accra that the app is intended to supplement, not replace, existing professional eye care services. He emphasized its role in encouraging Ghanaians to prioritize their eye health and seek medical attention before minor conditions escalate.

"Prevention remains far better and far less costly than cure," Mr. Boateng remarked, highlighting the platform's potential to extend eye health services beyond traditional hospital and clinic settings into homes, schools, and communities. The development involved close collaboration with clinicians, researchers, and public health experts to ensure adherence to sound clinical standards and promote responsible innovation.

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good vision was essential for education, productivity and the overall well-being of individuals, yet many eye conditions remained undetected until they became severe.

Nicholas Aboya, a representative from the Ghana Health Service (GHS), lauded the application as a timely innovation that aligns with the nation's preventive healthcare agenda and the increasing integration of digital technology in healthcare delivery. He stressed the importance of good vision for education, productivity, and overall well-being, noting that many eye conditions go undetected until they become severe. Professor Samuel Bert Boadi-Kusi from the University of Cape Coast's School of Optometry and Vision Science confirmed the app's potential after a pilot evaluation, particularly for areas lacking specialized equipment.

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the application had undergone pilot evaluation by a team of clinicians and researchers and had demonstrated significant potential as a digital eye screening tool.