AI ‘promising’ for use in geriatrics, but ethical concerns remain, researchers say
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 22, 2023
A new meta-study on using AI within geriatrics praises AI as a “valuable asset” but still warns about the need for future research and potential ethical concerns.
Data CEO emphasizes key provider traits that make AI work in healthcare
By
Aaron Dorman
Oct 04, 2023
The key to building trust in AI services for healthcare provides involves transparency and integration into existing systems, one data CEO suggests.
At-home senior digital platform releases app to help families manage all aspects of care
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 07, 2023
A platform that specializes in at-home support for seniors announced the release of its first mobile app this week.
Not a cool story: Electric fans won’t help older adults in extreme heat events, study finds
By
Aaron Dorman
Apr 08, 2024
Electric fans are unable to help vulnerable older adults sweat and reduce their body temperature during extreme heat events, new research warns.
Using wearables to track seniors’ sleep-cycle data could protect against frailty, new data shows
By
Aaron Dorman
Nov 20, 2023
By analyzing seniors’ sleep and exercise, data collected from wearables could help demonstrate a risk of frailty, a new study shows.
For seniors, Minnesota is the land of 10,000 lakes … and smart robots
By
Aaron Dorman
Oct 16, 2023
Minnesota has become a leader in developing an ethic of “smart” living spaces for older adults, providers and experts said in a recent report.
UCSF telehealth program getting seniors more tech savvy for future needs
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 25, 2023
A training program aimed specifically at seniors who have had difficulty accessing or using technology has shown positive results, researchers said.
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.
Tech-enabled observations of heart conditions before and after stroke lead to better treatment options,...
By
Aaron Dorman
Oct 19, 2023
Irregular heartbeats that occur in post-stroke patients are different from other, unrelated heart conditions, researchers say.
When it comes to virtual reality, imagination often trumps innovation, research finds
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 28, 2023
When it comes to virtual reality, programming advances in the tech may not be as important to users as what they bring themselves: their imagination.