New study shines a light on negative side-effects of certain UV light systems used in senior living
By
Aaron Dorman
Oct 26, 2023
There is growing concern that even lower-level UV systems could produce harmful oxide compounds in the air, such as ozone, a new study shows.
Does a Fitbit understand pickleball? New study highlights where and when device data fit into seniors’...
By
Aaron Dorman
Oct 20, 2023
New study results show that device data insights often dovetail, rather than clash with, traditional methods of diagnosing physical health.
Lucky seniors to receive tech-heavy brain games in time for holidays, thanks to new partnership
By
Aaron Dorman
Dec 20, 2023
A high-end senior living community in Washington state will be offering Thinkie Inc.’s brain game suite to residents under a new partnership.
Hospital study on AI identifies patients with undiagnosed dementia coming from LTC
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Aaron Dorman
Jan 16, 2024
New research is looking at AI, EHRs to flag individuals who might have dementia, so that when they arrive at a hospital, the care team is ready.
Senior communities offered opportunity for remote patient monitoring, services in ‘Clinic Days’ launch
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Aaron Dorman
Dec 12, 2023
The launch of a clinic program by Hospital in Your Home focuses on establishing remote patient monitoring for older adults with chronic diseases.
High-tech ‘bike-helmet’ part of emerging field of light therapy for dementia, Alzheimer’s
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Aaron Dorman
Nov 16, 2023
Light therapy is one way that seniors can both maintain and monitor their brain and cognitive function, one tech company co-founder says.
Pencil-weight cardiac monitor and app minimize interference in daily life, developers say
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Aaron Dorman
Sep 27, 2023
A company that produces heart monitor devices has released an app and a new wearable patch that is lighter and thinner than previous models.
Healthcare leaders praise AI innovation but push for more transparency
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Aaron Dorman
Jan 04, 2024
Many healthcare leaders would prefer a cautious approach to setting rules for AI, but they also want transparency about AI-generated content.
AI can help evaluate whether online healthcare stories are bogus
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Aaron Dorman
Mar 08, 2024
AI tools could provide a way to audit online health stories and keep vulnerable users away from misinformation, according to new research.
Med-management software company releases new tool for nursing facilities to meet new need for CMS compliance
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 20, 2023
To meet new CMS rules for nursing homes, one company is releasing a new service that focuses on ensuring a patient’s medication listings are up-to-date.