Free rides could save sight: new study tests rideshare for diabetic eye care
NCT ID NCT07296952
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a free rideshare program (PRONTO-EYE) to help diabetic retinopathy patients with Medicaid get to their eye appointments. Researchers will see if offering transportation helps patients attend visits more regularly. The pilot includes 60 English-speaking adults who live within 25 miles of the clinic.
What this could mean
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Active substance
rideshare transportation program
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that providing free rides helps patients keep their eye appointments, potentially preventing vision loss from diabetic retinopathy.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The program may not improve attendance or could be too costly to scale.
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UI Health
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