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Disabled community unloads at Senate hearing on access to government technology, websites

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 22, 2023

Legislators and guest speakers concluded during a hearing that there is still plenty to do to bolster compliance to the Rehabilitation Act.

Key capabilities added to vital-sign ‘smart carts’

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 22, 2023

Many companies have rolled out new updates or accessories that are aimed at ensuring that caregivers have access to data or devices 24/7.

AI ‘promising’ for use in geriatrics, but ethical concerns remain, researchers say

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 22, 2023

A new meta-study on using AI within geriatrics praises AI as a “valuable asset” but still warns about the need for future research and potential ethical concerns.

Carolina Meadows takes ‘Best in Show’ at 2023 McKnight’s Tech Awards

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James M. Berklan

Sep 21, 2023

A continuing care retirement community earned the Best of Show designation after being presented with the Gold Award in the Building Bridges category of the Senior Living track during the McKnight’s…

Group’s new tool will thoroughly vet new healthcare tech products and services

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 21, 2023

A new assessment framework was recently developed by two healthcare organizations to specifically audit technology that either supplants or assists traditional care roles.

New hi-tech procedure puts harsh back pain condition in the rear view mirror

By

Aaron Dorman

Sep 21, 2023

A new generation of instruments is being rolled out for a procedure for lower back pain that has traditionally been very difficult to address. 

High-tech platform to bring art collaboration to seniors with dementia through ScrippsAVID

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 20, 2023

A new virtual platform will connect older adults who are living with dementia with a younger volunteer so the two will be able to collaborate on abstract artwork.

2 new data tools have AI evaluating patient populations better for ACOs, healthcare orgs

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 20, 2023

A data science platform has released two new digital tools that use AI to help healthcare ACOs with cost-effective solutions.

Med-management software company releases new tool for nursing facilities to meet new need for CMS compliance

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 20, 2023

To meet new CMS rules for nursing homes, one company is releasing a new service that focuses on ensuring a patient’s medication listings are up-to-date. 

‘Box and a Button’ captures ‘Essence’ of tech solutions during Falls Prevention Week

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 19, 2023

Tech designed to preempt falls continues to trend towards being as unobtrusive and convenient as possible, one smart system company touts.

First dual-degree program in medicine and AI embodies tech’s healthcare expansion

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 19, 2023

A new five-year dual degree program in medicine and AI is being launched at the University of Texas at San Antonio, which claims it is the first of a kind.

AI could be therapeutic deejay for seniors with dementia, agitation

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 19, 2023

A new AI-enabled tool can use wearable sensors and adaptive music systems to help older adults with dementia and agitation.

AI produces new legal risks, considerations for senior living and care, experts caution

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 18, 2023

Although senior care and living is already a highly regulated industry, adoption of artificial intelligence tools has created new considerations that providers should be aware of, legal experts warn.

Study adds to warnings about dementia patients’ sedentary tech habits

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 18, 2023

A new study adds quantifiable data to the existing body of material warning about older adults’ sedentary lifestyle and the associated risks. 

Healthcare’s data-leak defense needs a lot of improvement, report shows

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 15, 2023

The healthcare sector has experienced hundreds of data leaks over the past four years, ranking it the eighth-worst industry for leaks overall, a new report shows.

Experts strongly object to proposed telemedicine restrictions at DEA hearing

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 15, 2023

Access to telemedicine is not just beneficial but also vital in many parts of the US, doctors and other healthcare leaders argued this week before the DEA.

Ultrasound research literally breaks down barriers to treating Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 15, 2023

New ultrasound technology, developed by a team led by Columbia University, would be able improve drug delivery — gene therapy — to the brain via focused ultrasound that contains microbubbles. 

Digital continues rise as source of leads, move-ins, tours in senior living

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Kimberly Bonvissuto

Sep 15, 2023

Digital continues its ascent to importance in senior living — as a lead source and move-in source and tour generator, according to an expert.

Faster AI imaging can produce more nuanced cancer treatments, developers say

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Aaron Dorman

Sep 14, 2023

A new AI program can use images of a person’s body and organs to evaluate for cancer treatment within several minutes — much faster than current methods, researchers say. 

Mechanical toilet lift can help prevent falls, offer more ‘dignified’ experience, company says

By

Aaron Dorman

Sep 14, 2023

Developers of a mechanical toilet lift recently raised more than $1 million in seed funding and are looking to start more partnerships with senior living providers.