Nearly a third of nursing homes ‘abandon’ previously adopted technologies, study shows
By
Aaron Dorman
Oct 17, 2023
Despite innovations, some 28% of nursing homes abandon technology over a two-year period from 2019-2021, a new study shows.
Telehealth use among seniors back up to pandemic-era highs, one company claims
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Aaron Dorman
Dec 13, 2023
Almost all older adults in the United States, an astonishing 97%, had at least one telehealth appointment this year, a new survey indicates.
Robotic interactions in long-term care require more direct study, researchers argue
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 23, 2024
Researchers with The Responsible Robotics Project developed a data-recording system to capture events that occur for nursing care robots.
Braille bot reads at superspeeds, could fast-track other assistive devices for seniors
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Aaron Dorman
Jan 31, 2024
A newly-developed robot sensor can read braille at twice the speed of human readers, over 300 words per minute, researchers say.
Healthcare leaders praise AI innovation but push for more transparency
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Aaron Dorman
Jan 04, 2024
Many healthcare leaders would prefer a cautious approach to setting rules for AI, but they also want transparency about AI-generated content.
Tech can aid senior living and care staff, but cost and privacy still big concerns: expert weighs in
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Aaron Dorman
Sep 07, 2023
Some challenges related to properly staffing skilled nursing facilities can be met by using tools like patient monitoring, an expert on health technology notes.
Get Grandma on TikTok: AI can use video to help expedite Parkinson’s diagnosis
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Aaron Dorman
Mar 29, 2024
AI systems can evaluate video of people walking to diagnose Parkinson’s disease in less than 30 minutes, researchers said.
AI can help evaluate whether online healthcare stories are bogus
By
Aaron Dorman
Mar 08, 2024
AI tools could provide a way to audit online health stories and keep vulnerable users away from misinformation, according to new research.
New alert system makes sure seniors with hearing impairment receive emergency warnings loud and clear
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 09, 2024
A new emergency alert system targets seniors who are hard of hearing, combining bright flashing lights and louder-than-normal alarms.
New robots supplement staff at senior living sites as extra security, groundskeeping
By
Aaron Dorman
Jun 30, 2023
New robots in the senior living industry provide security and clean, such as the Parker Jewish Institute’s new model that patrols the halls and offers assistance.