Disabled community unloads at Senate hearing on access to government technology, websites
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Aaron Dorman
Sep 22, 2023
Legislators and guest speakers concluded during a hearing that there is still plenty to do to bolster compliance to the Rehabilitation Act.
AI produces new legal risks, considerations for senior living and care, experts caution
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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
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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.
New UVC tech wipes out viruses but not people, new research shows
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Aaron Dorman
Apr 05, 2024
A new light-based sterilization system has shown promise for destroying airborne viruses without requiring an empty room, research shows.
Next-gen nurses love digital tech but worry that seniors they’ll care for may not feel the same way,...
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Aaron Dorman
Nov 21, 2023
Among nursing students who expect to go into long-term care, a majority support using new digital technology, according to a recent survey.
Senior living building retrofits could be a model for defending against extreme weather
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Aaron Dorman
Nov 06, 2023
Five senior living sites chosen by HUD to receive funding to renovate their facilities with green, weather-resilient technology.
Ongoing lawsuits indicate there’s little advantage to seniors for letting AI determine their MA coverage
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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.
Too much data? Wearables for senior care have value but providers must know how to parse their output,...
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Aaron Dorman
Mar 27, 2024
A high volume of data from wearable devices could make it more difficult, rather than easier, for care teams to monitor seniors’ conditions.
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
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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.