Bait and switch
So sneaky of the developer. Free download, but within the app you can’t use it unless you pay $10 or $2/month ongoing. This immediately calls into question what ELSE in the app is unethical and sneaky.
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Assess your risk of developing sight-threatening diabetic retinopathy with a clinically validated algorithm. Input your health profile to understand key risk factors and learn how to lower your risk. Access educational materials and connect with a community for support.
✓Diabetic retinopathy risk calculation
✓Personalized risk factor analysis
✓Educational materials on diabetes complications
✓Community chat feature
✓Progress tracking and goal setting
✓Multilingual support
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What's New in RetinaRisk
2.1.86
August 20, 2021
This release includes: - Integration with The National University Hospital of Iceland (Landspitali). Now you have the ability to measure and log your blood pressure at home and this data will be automatically sent to the hospital - Minor bug fixes and interface improvements
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What is RetinaRisk used for?
RetinaRisk is used to assess an individual's risk of developing sight-threatening diabetic retinopathy. It uses a clinically validated algorithm based on user-provided health data to calculate risk and identify key contributing factors.
How accurate is RetinaRisk?
The app utilizes a clinically validated algorithm developed by a software house with over 30 years of experience in diabetic retinopathy screening and treatment. While the algorithm is validated, individual results should be discussed with a healthcare professional.
What information do I need to use RetinaRisk?
To use RetinaRisk, you will need to input your risk profile, which includes your type and duration of diabetes, gender, existing retinopathy status, HbA1c levels, and blood pressure.
Does RetinaRisk offer support for different languages?
Yes, RetinaRisk currently supports English, Icelandic, and German, with Spanish, French, Urdu, and Arabic being released shortly. This allows a wider range of users to access its features.
Can I track my progress with RetinaRisk?
RetinaRisk includes a trends feature that allows users to track their risk progression over time. You can also set goals and export your risk results for personal monitoring or to share with your doctor.
Is RetinaRisk available on all devices?
RetinaRisk is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users who want to monitor their diabetic retinopathy risk.
What is the age rating for RetinaRisk?
RetinaRisk has an age rating of 17+. This is likely due to the medical nature of the information and the complexity of the health data it handles.
How often is RetinaRisk updated?
The latest version of RetinaRisk is 2.1.86, and it was last updated on August 20, 2021. While updates are not extremely frequent, the app is maintained by its developer.
