AI scam-busting tool gives seniors a way to fight back against swindlers
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 05, 2024
A newly launched online program is designed to address the threat of AI scams and teach older adults about how to “distinguish truth from fiction.”
$18 million tech startup eyes creating efficiencies specifically for assisted living
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 24, 2022
A chance encounter on a playground led to the launch of a startup aimed at streamlining the work of assisted living staff members and operators through technology. The case of August Health provides a...
IoT technology being tested for fall prevention in Australia
By
Christine Birkner
May 24, 2023
An Australian-based senior living care solution provider, is testing new tools that use the internet of things to detect and prevent falls.
Deep brain stimulation map of ‘dysfunctome’ could benefit people living with Parkinson’s, study...
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 28, 2024
Researchers used DBS to create a “human dysfunctome,” a map of the brain’s frontal cortex, and study four diseases including Parkinson’s.
Faster AI imaging can produce more nuanced cancer treatments, developers say
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 14, 2023
A new AI program can use images of a person’s body and organs to evaluate for cancer treatment within several minutes — much faster than current methods, researchers say.
Spotlight on smart lock highlights ways families, senior caregivers can keep those with dementia safe
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 11, 2023
A smart lock for dementia highlights recent tech aimed at monitoring and keeping senior family members safe.
New virtual reality program helps aging veterans re-experience Vietnam settings to find peace, therapy
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 22, 2024
A new VR program for aging Vietnam veterans will allow them to view scenes and settings from the country in a peaceful, calming context.
A new partnership between technology company Circadia Health and 77 skilled nursing facilities operated by Ciena Healthcare aims to significantly improve preventive care and reduce preventable rehospitalizations.
EHR discrepancies led to extra time and resources spent on already-dead patients, study shows
By
Aaron Dorman
Dec 06, 2023
Due to an issue within state law, some patients in CA listed in EHRs as living with a serious illness actually were dead, according to data.
ASA teases launch of new institute; will offer virtual programming for agetech orgs, senior living
By
Aaron Dorman
Apr 01, 2024
A new tech institute will unfold in multiple stages, with the goal of bringing technology and senior living and care organizations together to collaborate.