Despite evidence that the flu hurts seniors, digital “nudges” like texts or emails aren’t really enough to move the needle on vaccine rates.
EHR discrepancies led to extra time and resources spent on already-dead patients, study shows
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Aaron Dorman
Dec 06, 2023
Due to an issue within state law, some patients in CA listed in EHRs as living with a serious illness actually were dead, according to data.
Enhanced ‘smart’ cushion for wheelchair users the result of tech-giants partnership
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Aaron Dorman
Sep 12, 2023
Two companies that produce technology to enable “smart” cushioned wheelchairs announced a new partnership this week.
AI-powered workout program helps seniors maintain more active lifestyles
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Aaron Dorman
Feb 27, 2024
Developers of an AI-enabled fitness machine have completed a pilot program with an assisted living and memory care community in Florida.
AI analysis of Parkinson’s classifies disease with higher specificity than ever before, researchers...
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Aaron Dorman
Aug 17, 2023
While some AI may already be able to predict Parkinson’s years before symptoms occur, new research takes that capability even further and can delve into subtypes of Parkinson’s.
Senior care provider Tranzion will add MatrixCare’s EHR services, companies announce
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Aaron Dorman
Jan 31, 2024
NHC’s 90-plus assisted living communities and nursing homes will be retrofitted with new EHR tools, thanks to a new partnership with MatrixCare.
Second major AI study from NY hospital to look at links between sleep apnea and heart disease
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Aaron Dorman
Mar 11, 2024
A research project at Mount Sinai will look at how AI can evaluate the ability for CPAP devices to help with sleep apnea and heart disease.
More risk management data on seniors and falls enabled by new partnership
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 18, 2023
A safety reporting database for seniors just added a new fall-detection system to its ranks in order to provide more analytics.
Tiny throat patch turns muscle movement into speech for seniors with speaking disorders
By
Aaron Dorman
Mar 15, 2024
A new throat patch tool combines AI with electrical stimulation to assist those with voice disorders to regain their speech.