An international task force of designers, engineers, medical professionals and military experts has designed a mobile intensive-care isolation pod in response to the shortage of ICU beds available and...
Social robot having positive effects on seniors: research
By
Amy Novotney
Oct 01, 2020
Talking robots that interact with older adults might soon become a fixture in senior care homes in the United Kingdom as a way to help fight loneliness and boost mental health.
Virtual plate checks may help providers battle malnutrition
By
Amy Novotney
Mar 01, 2022
A group of Canadian researchers, in partnership with several long-term care facilities, are using artificial intelligence to help prevent malnutrition among residents.
Study: Technology engages dementia residents in rehab
By
Amy Novotney
Mar 04, 2020
Therapy using an interactive touchscreen system successfully engaged older adult community residents with dementia and improved functional outcomes, according to the results of a new study led by a Pennsylvania...
December IT Update
Dec 01, 2020
The Department of Health and Human Services is extending the compliance timelines for the Office of the National Coordinator’s information blocking and interoperability rule finalized in March, due to...
McKnight’s Tech Awards honor innovation
By
Liza Berger
Dec 05, 2019
Telemedicine. A post-acute provider collaboration platform. Automation of resident activity calendars. These were just a few technologies that earned top honors in McKnight’s 2019 Excellence in Technology...