Tech Literacy: A Cornerstone of Preventive Care for Older Adults
As we advocate for healthier aging, proficiency in technology emerges as not just an optional skill, but as a fundamental pillar of holistic healthcare for older adults.
Diversifying the care circle to deliver care at home
Here are three ways technology is changing post-pandemic care for seniors and vulnerable populations.
With the Rise of AI, What IP Disputes in Healthcare Are Likely to Emerge?
Munck Wilson Mandala Partner Greg Howison shared his perspective on some of the legal ramifications around AI, IP, connected devices and the data they generate, in response to emailed questions.
Aging has been very good for business. But can we honestly say business been good for aging?
Private markets see significant opportunity in supporting Americans through their senior years, but from a human perspective, the business of aging too often falls short of delivering solutions that meet fundamental societal needs.
Meals on Wheels tries to help keep seniors out of hospitals
By reporting to providers any physical or mental changes they observe, volunteers can help improve seniors’ health and reduce unnecessary emergency room visits and nursing home placements.
GreatCall acquires Lively, maker of remote monitoring for seniors
The deal will help San Diego-based GreatCall expand its offerings in connected health and home monitoring.
Orlov: ‘Privacy indifference’ hinders consumer health technology
"Sloppiness and privacy indifference will reduce the utility of the health tech market," according to eldercare industry analyst Laurie Orlov.
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A Personalized Approach to Medication Nonadherence
At the Abarca Forward conference earlier this year, George Van Antwerp, managing director at Deloitte, discussed how social determinants of health and a personalized member experience can improve medication adherence and health outcomes.
Web-based caregiver service for seniors: Honor kicks off $1M initiative to be in 10 cities
Honor CEO Seth Sternberg bemoaned what he views as the lack of innovation in the professional senior caregiving space and sees Honor's platform as a way to change that.
‘Wireless health’ has become redundant
Wireless technology has become so ubiquitous in healthcare that the term "wireless health" itself has lost its cachet.
Report: 18 million seniors need daily assistance
About 18 million seniors need help with activities daily — that’s more than twice as many as previously thought. The report by Milbank Quarterly, “Disability and Care Needs Among Older Americans,” gives a new perspective on the caretakers they depend on. It also points to the size of the opportunity for healthcare entrepreneurs, outlined in […]