OpenAI startup plans to deploy robot workers in assisted living communities By Christine Birkner May 30, 2023 A startup plans to put AI-powered robots in assisted living communities, adding to other real-world jobs where the robots are being tested.
Remote monitoring technology reduces hospital admissions from nursing homes By Christine Birkner May 30, 2023 One group of nursing homes used remote monitoring tools that reduced residents’ doctor’s visits, ambulance trips and hospital admissions.
Providers look to AI to solve staffing shortages By Christine Birkner May 30, 2023 AI is key to helping with healthcare’s continued staffing shortage, according to a report by Kaufman Hall.
Technology a growing priority for people 55 and older: McKinsey By Christine Birkner May 26, 2023 A new study from McKinsey shows that adults 55 and over see technology not as a “nice to have,” but as a “must have.”
Automated medication dispensing technology could increase senior living resident safety By Christine Birkner May 26, 2023 One senior living facility in Canada is using automated medication technology to increase resident safety.
Senators ask Google for answers after reports that the company isn’t deleting sensitive location data By Christine Birkner May 26, 2023 One troubling report about how Google handles personal data is raising alarm bells with a group of US Senators.
Four healthcare technologies senior living should prioritize in the coming years By Christine Birkner May 25, 2023 A new report uncovers four healthcare technologies providers should prioritize over the next three to five years to help cut costs.
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.
Wearable AI patch monitors multiple health factors for seniors By Christine Birkner May 24, 2023 Researchers have created a new wearable patch that harnesses AI and nanotechnology to monitor seniors’ health via biometrics.
FDA authorizes new software for automatic insulin delivery By Christine Birkner May 24, 2023 For senior living residents with diabetes, the FDA just opened the door for software-backed tools that could make treatment easier.
IoT technology being tested for fall prevention in Australia By Christine Birkner May 24, 2023 An Australian-based senior living care solution provider, is testing new tools that use the internet of things to detect and prevent falls.
AI screening tool for dementia being developed by Columbia researcher By Christine Birkner May 23, 2023 One researcher is creating an artificial intelligence method that screens seniors for dementia by analyzing their voices.
Why senior living is reluctant to harness metaverse’s potential By Christine Birkner May 23, 2023 Compared to other industries, healthcare has been relatively slow to get on the metaverse bandwagon, usually due to limited budgets.
FTC moves to strengthen health data breach notification rule By Christine Birkner May 23, 2023 The FTC took steps to notify people of health data breaches on technologies like fitness trackers and other health apps.
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.
Senators ask FTC for answers on protecting seniors from AI scams By Christine Birkner May 22, 2023 US senators asked the Federal Trade Commission to deliver on its promise to take action to protect older adults from the dangers of AI.
Addiction recovery provider uses AI to monitor telehealth meds for opioid use disorder By Christine Birkner May 22, 2023 An addiction medicine practice created an AI platform to connect patients with doctors and help providers comply with treatment regulations.
EEOC releases new guidelines on AI and hiring discrimination By Christine Birkner May 19, 2023 The EEOC released guidance on preventing discrimination for senior living and care organizations who use AI to hire workers.
Algorithm could detect, prevent seniors’ allergic reactions to antibiotics By Christine Birkner May 19, 2023 A new technology could be a game-changer for senior living and nursing home residents who have allergic reactions to antibiotics.