AI produces new legal risks, considerations for senior living and care, experts caution
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 18, 2023
Although senior care and living is already a highly regulated industry, adoption of artificial intelligence tools has created new considerations that providers should be aware of, legal experts warn.
AI has adoption costs, integration challenges, NIC council member warns
By
Aaron Dorman
Oct 12, 2023
Senior care providers must consider the cost of AI solutions, and how to incorporate them into existing systems, according to a new report.
Ongoing lawsuits indicate there’s little advantage to seniors for letting AI determine their MA coverage
By
Aaron Dorman
Apr 04, 2024
A new report calls out the role of AI in validating cost-cutting measures that leave seniors in need without coverage.
Biden’s executive order on AI tackles healthcare concerns; clear guidelines a ‘no-brainer,’ industry...
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Aaron Dorman
Oct 31, 2023
As was anticipated, the Biden administration released a broad but extensive executive order on AI issues such as privacy and data accuracy.
New access to less costly, specialized dementia CT scan diagnostics found
By
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.
AI-enabled neck patch ensures healthcare data won’t get stuck in patients’ throats
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 02, 2024
A new flexible patch that goes over a patient’s throat can collect data on dysphagia or respiratory issues.
More tech training desired for healthcare professionals, especially for AI tools, new report shows
By
Aaron Dorman
Nov 27, 2023
More than 40% of healthcare pros believe a lack of tech skills is the biggest obstacle they face, a new report on training shows.
Ethics clouding robots’ future substitution for nurses, researchers say
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 14, 2023
Researchers in Japan have taken an in-depth look at the possibility of robots/AI supplementing LTC nursing with four ethical considerations.
As RPM companies create new sensors, new data, senior care industry must catch up, exec says
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 02, 2024
Although many RPM innovations, such as using AI, are similar across companies, much territory is left to expand, one leader suggests.
It’s not a fever dream: Device has 97% success rate preempting delirium cases in older patients
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 25, 2023
A new EEG device, enhanced with AI, could help preempt and identify cases of delirium in seniors and give caregivers a chance to treat them.