Early infection detection device, newly OK’d for broader markets, could be ‘game changer’ for seniors,...
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 06, 2023
The US Food and Drug Administration gave clearance recently for a wearable device whose software capabilities are designed to detect early signs of infection.
AI analysis of Parkinson’s classifies disease with higher specificity than ever before, researchers...
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 17, 2023
While some AI may already be able to predict Parkinson’s years before symptoms occur, new research takes that capability even further and can delve into subtypes of Parkinson’s.
Teladoc Health and Microsoft AI team up for automated documentation
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 24, 2023
One of the largest telehealth platforms in the US is expanding its capabilities by adding the ability to automate clinical documentation during virtual exams.
AI tools could become more efficient method of drug discovery
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 12, 2023
A new AI tool was found to successfully identify new anti-aging drugs, a team of researchers at Edinburgh University recently announced.
For stroke victims, new mobile ambulance brings emergency room tech to patients, wherever they’re found
By
Aaron Dorman
Oct 31, 2023
A mobile ambulance for stroke victims help almost a third of patients with early resolution of symptoms, a recent study shows.
Amazon to test drones to deliver prescriptions directly to patient homes
Oct 19, 2023
Although the company already delivers some prescriptions in two days, the drone method of delivery happens within an hour.
New app puts popular cognitive assessment tool onto smartphones
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 23, 2024
A new app allows users to take a rapid version of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment on their smartphone, for early warning signs of dementia.
Text messaging intervention does not improve COVID-19 vaccine uptake
Jun 13, 2022
No increase in vaccine uptake was seen for individuals receiving text message versus phone calls or for behaviorally informed message content.
Challenge for senior living: Move from ‘siloed to seamless,’ NIC founder says
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Dec 13, 2022
A final driver shaping the future of senior living is “moving from siloed to seamless,” National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care founder and strategic adviser Robert Kramer wrote in the...
Researchers developing microneedle technology for painless vaccinations
By
Ryner Lai
May 11, 2023
British researchers say they are developing microneedle technology for vaccine delivery, potentially eliminating the need for painful vaccine injections.