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Diabetes charity capitalises on AI technology
Alva Solomon
Created: Aug 11, 2026 12:43 PM (Updated: Aug 11, 2026 05:40 PM)
The Bermuda Diabetes Association is partnering with a United States-based company to use AI technology in a free screening exercise for chronic kidney disease this month.<br>The BDA said that the partnership with Carna Health during the three-day exercise will provide an opportunity for people at risk to check their kidney health and detect potential concerns early.<br>Screenings will take place at the association’s headquarters on Princess Street from August 25 between 8.45am and 4pm each day.<br>The charity said that CKD often develops silently, with many people experiencing no noticeable symptoms until the condition has progressed.<br>It said early screening can help to identify kidney health concerns earlier, when treatment and lifestyle changes can make the greatest impact.<br>Detecting CKD early can slow or even prevent further kidney damage, reduce the risk of complications and help people protect their long-term health, the BDA added.<br>Lori Rockhead, the charity’s executive director, said: “One of the most striking findings from our previous screening programme was that 95 per cent of people identified as being at risk were previously unaware that their kidney health may be at risk.<br>“This highlights how silently CKD can develop and why accessible screening is so important.<br>“By identifying potential concerns earlier, we can help people take action, seek appropriate care and make informed decisions about their long-term health.<br>“We’re committed to making screening accessible to those most at risk while raising awareness that kidney health should be an important part of diabetes care and overall health management.<br>“A simple screening today could make a life-changing difference tomorrow.”<br>Salvatore Viscomi, the chief executive of Carna Health, which is based in Massachusetts, added: “We’re proud to partner with the Bermuda Diabetes Association on this important initiative, bringing advanced point-of-care testing and digital health tools to the community and making kidney health assessments more accessible for those who may be at risk.<br>“This partnership allows us to bring AI-enabled state-of-the-art technology into the community, helping identify kidney health risks earlier and supporting more informed conversations between individuals and their healthcare providers to prevent the progression of disease.”<br>The company provides integrated digital tools for screening populations, tracking disease progression and identifying high-risk patients early.<br>It operates a platform that uses AI-driven risk assessments to guide healthcare providers in making data-driven decisions, optimising treatment plans and preventing disease escalation.<br>Risk factors<br>The Bermuda Diabetes Association said free screening is open to people with one or more of the following risk factors:<br>• Diabetes<br>• High blood pressure (hypertension)<br>• Cardiovascular disease<br>• A previous episode of acute kidney injury<br>• Gout<br>• Smoking<br>• Obesity<br>• A family history of kidney disease
Risk factors<br>The Bermuda Diabetes Association said free screening is open to people with one or more of the following risk factors:<br>• Diabetes<br>• High blood pressure (hypertension)<br>• Cardiovascular disease<br>• A previous episode of acute kidney injury<br>• Gout<br>• Smoking<br>• Obesity<br>• A family history of kidney disease
The BDA said that the screening programme builds on its continuing commitment to improve kidney health across Bermuda.<br>In November 2023, the charity piloted point-of-care technology for CKD...