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As COVID-19 spreads, hospitals find there’s no place like home
By
John O'Connor
Sep 14, 2020
Historically, patients have moved from home to hospital. Might COVID-19 help change that dynamic? Certainly, there are signs that hospital-at-home models are gaining traction.
For homebound seniors, these tech tools can help restore independence
By
John O'Connor
Sep 25, 2020
Old age is said to bring wisdom. But it can steal many things, too, particularly when it comes to independent living. Fortunately, emerging tech tools are helping to compensate for some of the larcenies...
Dementia-related deaths climbing as pandemic spreads
By
John O'Connor
Sep 21, 2020
Although the ongoing pandemic has been tough on the elderly, it has been particularly cruel to those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. In fact, deaths linked to this group jumped by more...
A simple goal: Make work less grueling for home health aides
By
John O'Connor
Sep 14, 2020
The work performed by home health aides can be exhausting and overwhelming. Cornell University researchers hope to provide relief in both areas.