A technological development could give operators the ability to markedly improve care delivery and coordination.
ChatGPT not reliable as tool for urology queries, new research shows
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 28, 2023
When asked common medical questions patients might query a physician about urinary complications, the popular chatbot ChatGPT fell far short of clinical standards,
Smart home and medical alert systems help seniors stay protected and connected with caregivers from afar
By
Andy Droney
Sep 17, 2021
For caregivers who are unable to physically visit their patients or loved ones, smart home technology can be a unique solution as they allow caregivers to check in remotely and even help recognize when...
Keeping senior living residents safe with video and audio analytics
By
Paul Baratta
Sep 15, 2022
Typically thought of as strictly security technology, today’s surveillance devices are proving that they go far beyond traditional “security” applications, contributing to overall resident safety...
Facebook, YouTube most popular social media among older adults
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 23, 2018
Facebook and YouTube are by far the most commonly used social media sites by U.S. adults aged more than 65 years, according to recent research by the Pew Research Center.
Weak science underpins most fitness apps for frail seniors, experts warn
By
Aaron Dorman
Mar 13, 2024
Many fitness apps for seniors, especially those with frailty, are “poorly adapted” to the target market, new research shows.
How your residents can take control of their health with wearable devices
By
David Smith
Mar 16, 2023
The importance of preventive care increases significantly with age, especially when it comes to conditions as serious and common as heart disease. Far too many other older adults have succumbed to cardiovascular...
Pandemic: Seniors feel better mentally, emotionally than middle-aged adults, but fewer plan to continue...
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Oct 04, 2021
During the pandemic, adults aged 65 or more years have fared better mentally and emotionally and as far as general quality of life than their counterparts aged 50 to 64, according to newly released results...
Email, looking up weather most popular uses of smartphones, tablets among older adults, survey finds
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 30, 2020
A new survey by AARP provides insights into technology use by those in their 70s.
Post-pandemic telehealth funding now focused on specific ‘mega-deals,’ data shows
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 14, 2023
Investment in digital health technology has shifted since the pandemic, from broad funding to a focus on specific opportunities, according to new market analyses.