Brain imaging company teases tech that will analyze side effects of new dementia drugs
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Aaron Dorman
Nov 28, 2023
AI-enabled brain imaging technology will be launched next year to evaluate the side effects of new Alzheimer’s and dementia drugs.
Heath-tech startup to pilot a ‘tech-enabled care pathway’ for seniors with dementia
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Aaron Dorman
Nov 27, 2023
A new startup that specializes in dementia care management joins the ranks of senior-care software companies that look to use AI.
As more seniors turn to music therapy, health insurer says it will help payers find their groove
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Aaron Dorman
Nov 02, 2023
Longevity Health will now provide coverage for a platform that provides music therapy via singing to senior living communities.
New access to less costly, specialized dementia CT scan diagnostics found
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Aaron Dorman
Oct 24, 2023
A new technique uses AI and CT scans to help diagnose brain disorders, including dementia, according to a study of more than 1,000 seniors.
Novel method for brain stimulation could help seniors with dementia bypass brain surgery
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Aaron Dorman
Oct 23, 2023
Researchers are testing a new method for treating people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias that would assist the brain without surgery.
Industry advocates join coalition to support federal bill requiring use of Alzheimer’s detection tools
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Oct 04, 2023
A bipartisan bill requiring the use of cognitive impairment detection tools in the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias has the support of the senior living industry.
UCSF telehealth program cuts costs and improves outcomes for seniors with dementias
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Aaron Dorman
Sep 25, 2023
A telehealth program out of UCSF has achieved the coveted goal of cutting costs and improving patient care for seniors with dementia, researchers state.
More news for Friday, Sept. 22
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Sep 22, 2023
Free, at-home COVID-19 tests will be available soon … 5G improved health of older adults: study … COVID-infected adults with 4 or more underlying diseases faced higher risk of ICU stay, death … Medicare...
Brain analyses suggest memory therapy can involve patients’ imagination more than their actual experience
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Aaron Dorman
Aug 04, 2023
Recent brain research suggests that imagination and recall are just as important as actual experience in reinforcing our memory systems.
Smorgasbord of health tech innovations presented in Finland; country’s senior centers reaping benefits
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Aaron Dorman
Aug 03, 2023
Many emerging healthcare technologies aimed at seniors were on display at Finland’s recent Radical Health Festival.