Virtual reality to treat chronic conditions could be game-changer
By
Christine Birkner
Jun 20, 2023
A VR-based platform that may treat chronic conditions could be another game changer for senior living residents.
In-hospital wearable activity trackers tied to improved outcomes
Jun 16, 2023
Patients using wearable trackers had higher physical activity and functioning.
Digital technologies not the only way to solve staffing challenges, expert says
By
Christine Birkner
Jun 12, 2023
While useful, digital technology and AI aren’t the only ways to solve staffing issues, one expert cautions.
Software company adds Microsoft technology to make speech analysis faster
By
Christine Birkner
Jun 02, 2023
Canary Speech, a Utah-based speech analysis software company, will use Microsoft’s AI technology to make AI-backed speech analysis faster.
Assisted living community uses Alexa-powered devices to increase resident-staff engagement
By
Christine Birkner
May 25, 2023
An assisted living community and technology provider used an Alexa-powered device to increase resident-staff engagement.
Researchers develop AI tool to diagnose sleep apnea
By
Christine Birkner
May 25, 2023
A new artificial intelligence tool for diagnosing sleep apnea could make a difference for senior living operators.
Augmented reality improving medical exams in long-term care facilities
By
Christine Birkner
May 22, 2023
Researchers in Australia are using AR technology to make medical exams in long-term care facilities more efficient.
Hearing-impaired seniors may get improved connectivity sooner after tech acquisition
By
John Roszkowski
May 09, 2023
Residents of senior living communities soon may get access to new technology designed to improve connectivity and reduce social isolation among older adults with hearing loss, thanks to a healthcare acquisition...
Technology-use changes essential to reducing loneliness ‘epidemic,’ surgeon general warns
By
John O'Connor
May 05, 2023
Reforming digital environments can help reduce a loneliness epidemic that disproportionately affects the elderly, according to US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, MD.
ChatGPT’s blind spots can compromise caregiving, authors warn
By
John O'Connor
May 04, 2023
Providers are racing to better understand and harness ChatGPT. But while this powerful new tech tool can deliver comprehensive answers quickly, its flawed design could also lead to care that is inappropriate...