40 percent of healthcare working hours can be augmented by AI, study finds
By
Christine Birkner
May 16, 2023
Some 40% of all healthcare working hours can be supported or augmented by language-based AI, according to a new report by Accenture.
‘Smart’ glasses, mobility tools part of dynamic slate of senior tech getting seed funding
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 21, 2024
Eleven senior tech projects will receive funding and support from the Design Age Institute in London, from apps to mobility solutions.
Seniors becoming glued to their smartphones, and that could be a problem, experts warn
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 08, 2024
Excessive smartphone use is rising among seniors, according to new research from experts who are studying “problematic” screen addictions.
Medications and medical supplies to ride ‘zipline’ drone within OhioHealth network
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 08, 2023
A new healthcare partnership will see Zipline’s drones deliver medical supplies within the Columbus, Ohio metro area.
Experts identify keys to broader adoption, use of patient monitoring technology
By
Christine Birkner
Apr 28, 2023
Patient monitoring devices are no doubt a valuable safety tool for seniors. But if the technology is too difficult for patients to use, it isn’t likely to be adopted, experts note.
Ultrasound tech could allow for ultrafast Alzheimer’s treatment, study finds
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 09, 2024
Researchers have found a way to deliver Alzheimer’s drugs faster via focused ultrasound technology, a new study shows.
AI model analyzes medical imaging to predict onset of diabetes
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 07, 2023
A newly developed AI model can accurately predict early warning signs for diabetes using X-ray images taken during medical visits.
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.
AI-monitoring company offers training sessions to reduce assisted living residents’ stress about new...
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 05, 2024
One company is offering training and Q-and-A sessions to help ease assisted living residents’ concerns about AI-enabled monitoring.
Wearable mobility aids could help LTC nurses with physically demanding tasks: Analysis
By
Aaron Dorman
Mar 11, 2024
Exoskeleton technology for back support or mobility could help nurses and caregivers, a new report suggests.