Majority of older Americans have used ChatGPT, new study claims
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 18, 2023
A slight majority of Americans over the age of 55 have used ChatGPT at least once, and seniors appear to be the demographic most willing to pay a premium for conversation services, a new report shows.
Business briefs, Aug. 18
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Aug 18, 2023
Staffing agency to pay $314K in overtime case … Unemployment claims applications decline by 11,000 to 239,000 week over week … LTC insurance market to surpass $47.8B by 2030 … In ‘bold move’...
In ‘bold move’ Blupoint latest to adopt centralized digital intake of residents
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 17, 2023
A healthcare operator in Central Massachusetts has added a central intake center with digital solutions to provide more efficient onboarding.
Circadian lighting’s impact on seniors and their caregivers goes under the microscope
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 17, 2023
A new study will look at how caregivers are affected by circadian lighting technology and how quickly they can learn how to operate it.
AI analysis of Parkinson’s classifies disease with higher specificity than ever before, researchers...
By
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.
Socks for seniors are getting smarter, could help prevent falls
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 16, 2023
Separate companies in the US and the UK recently announced product expansions for “smart” socks that are aimed at the senior market.
‘Magic table’ tech gets new LTC customers; company presentation touts socializing success
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 16, 2023
Several senior communities installed a “magic table” over the past few months that projects games and puzzles onto a surface.
At-home therapy provider adding AI to help facilitate visits, charting
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 16, 2023
A physical therapy provider announced they were building an AI tool to help with administrative functions and conversation.
Hiring bias from AI-powered selection tool costs company $365,000 in settlement
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Aug 16, 2023
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission last week settled its first-ever lawsuit involving alleged age discrimination through the use of artificial intelligence tools in the hiring process. The result...
Digital platforms for Parkinson’s patients bring better nutrition, other benefits, study finds
By
Aaron Dorman
Aug 15, 2023
Digital health could prove a valuable resource for both Parkinson’s patients and caregivers in providing more information on nutrition, a new study suggests.