Parkinson’s breakthrough has patient walking again after 30 years
By
Aaron Dorman
Nov 08, 2023
A Parkinson’s patient regained his walking capabilities via electrodes implanted into his spine, according to a new research report.
Seniors in need of more virtual mental health services, ‘telemental’ program developers say
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 01, 2024
A telehealth provider has created a new program for seniors and their specific challenges with mental health, depression and anxiety.
Bra patch aims to provide easy detection of breast cancer
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 08, 2023
Researchers have developed a prototype for a wearable device that could detect breast cancer.
‘Box and a Button’ captures ‘Essence’ of tech solutions during Falls Prevention Week
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 19, 2023
Tech designed to preempt falls continues to trend towards being as unobtrusive and convenient as possible, one smart system company touts.
More news for Thursday, July 28
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jul 28, 2022
The pandemic changed way senior living industry is perceived, operated: Kramer … Partnership offers Maryland providers access to digital advance care technology … Moderna bests Pfizer vaccine in protecting...
Researchers develop AI tool to diagnose sleep apnea
By
Christine Birkner
May 25, 2023
A new artificial intelligence tool for diagnosing sleep apnea could make a difference for senior living operators.
Staff training and sales support among best uses for AI in LTC settings, expert says
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 19, 2024
A new overview of artificial intelligence in long-term care from LeadingAge highlights some of the most valuable new AI tools and reaffirms AI’s role in admin work.
Post-lockdowns, regulators cast an eye toward security, preparedness weak spots
By
John Hall
Dec 02, 2022
For much of 2022, lockdowns and other restrictions tamped down the usual resident security concerns in the nation’s long-term care facilities. Still, workforce shortages meant fewer vigilant eyes and...
AI in medical imaging could exacerbate healthcare inequities, study finds
By
John Roszkowski
May 10, 2023
Artificial intelligence has been shown to have many benefits in the medical field including the potential for diagnosing and treating Alzheimer’s disease and other life-threatening illnesses.
Senators ask Google for answers after reports that the company isn’t deleting sensitive location data
By
Christine Birkner
May 26, 2023
One troubling report about how Google handles personal data is raising alarm bells with a group of US Senators.