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NEC expands digital elderly care system trial to Chiang Mai

Healthcare It News

WHAT IT'S ABOUT The municipality of Chiang Mai and NEC Thailand recently signed a memorandum of understanding for the development of smart city solutions, including smart hospital technologies to support its provision of elderly care.

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NYC elder care provider using FCC funds for telehealth, protecting seniors from COVID-19

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

“Additional laptops, mobile devices and remote patient monitoring strategies will allow our doctors to monitor their patients from anywhere and is part of how Parker will provide better care to our residents affected by COVID-19.”

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With telehealth, one size won't fit all

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Many of us have gotten used to the idea that telehealth is just a new way to meet the doctor, only now it is through a video visit. As an example, elder care differs from pediatric care. The challenges with telehealth in elder care were the topic of a recent study by Harvard Business School.

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Bonus Features – October 20, 2024 – Clinicians spend 28 hours per week on admin tasks, 80% of adults 18-24 willing to use generative AI in healthcare, plus 22 more stories

Healthcare IT Today

In addition, half of consumers over 55 prefer an in-person doctor visit, compared to just one-third for younger adults. WeightWatchers for Business found 69% of consumers want employers to offer weight management health benefits ; this compares to 67% who want mental/behavioral health benefits and 37% who want child/elder care assistance.

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The Power of Teamwork in Combating Nursing Home Neglect 

American Medical Compliance

The Role of Teamwork in Preventing Nursing Home Neglect Interdisciplinary Collaboration Among Healthcare Providers Healthcare providers, including doctors, nurses, physical therapists, and social workers, must work together to deliver holistic care.

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Wearables Are Good For Older People, Too — The Latest From Laurie Orlov

Health Populi

Laurie Orlov, tech industry veteran, writer, speaker and elder care advocate, is the founder of the encyclopedia Aging and Health Technology Watch website, takes this propitious moment to assess The Future of Wearables and Older Adult in a new report. For example, Devoted Health was the first MA plan to subsidize an Apple Watch.

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Older People Are Digital Migrants, and Best Buy Health Is Paving the Road for the Journey

Health Populi

Access to doctors and nurses through Urgent Care on the phone. ” The article quotes industry analyst Seth Basham of Wedbush who noted, “With more people staying at home, Best Buy Health’s tech-based elderly-care offerings likely have seen a boost from the pandemic.” A reading magnifier with an LED flashlight.

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