It’s all in the wrist: New wearable devices can provide seniors key data about Alzheimer’s, COVID
By
Aaron Dorman
Mar 13, 2024
Two research projects, on Alzheimer’s and Long COVID, highlight the unique potential for wrist wearables to monitor and detect health data.
Visionary Alzheimer’s forecasting software gets FDA approval
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 30, 2024
A newly regulated Alzheimer’s software tool offers clarity on whether the condition is likely to progress to dementia in someone with mild cognitive impairment.
Digital drawing test shows promise in detecting early-stage dementia
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 28, 2024
A drawing test that involves sketching a clock was able to better identify early dementia than paper-and-pencil alternatives, research shows.
Digital assistive tech vital to dignity among dementia patients: report
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 23, 2024
A recent review of studies around “digital assistive tech” showed those tools helped people living with dementia preserve dignity and monitor health.