Technology & IT

Next-generation EHR for LTC market launches

A fully integrated EHR specifically designed for the LTC industry rebrands itself at the LeadingAge conference.  Read More »

Online game raises awareness of living with dementia

A UK study results in an online game designed to raise awareness of living with dementia.  Read More »

LeadingAge HackFest invites participants to ‘Engage With Age’

The event challenges teams of students and professionals to create a technology-driven tool to improve the lives of older adults and their families. Read More »

Medication management focus of new LeadingAge CAST tools

The Center for Aging Services Technologies has released a new portfolio of free tools designed to help long-term and post-acute care organizations identify and select the appropriate medication management technology solutions that best fit their needs. Read More »

Partnership expands availability of LTC documentation solutions

Partnership expands availability of clinical documentation and forms for the LTC industry.  Read More »

Vital signs app proves effective in reducing deaths

Studies done in the UK prove the effectiveness of a vital signs app in reducing mortality rates.  Read More »

Wearable device helps manage COPD

The prototype of a wearable device could help residents manage COPD.  Read More »

Study shows success of fall risk predictive solution

A bed-exit predictive solution reduces falls risk in a recent study.  Read More »

Caregivers get help from supercomputer

IBM and GenieMD partner to bring supercomputing power to caregivers. Read More »

IT can reduce stress, errors in healthcare organizations

Utilizing existing health IT solutions can reduce stress in healthcare workers and stress-related errors, a study finds.  Read More »

Non-invasive glucose test under development

Using laser technology, researchers are developing a blood glucose test without the ouch.  Read More »

Software automates MCO contracts for SNFs

Skilled nursing facilities can now track managed care contracts with a new software solution.  Read More »

Analytics is top priority in healthcare IT

A recent survey reveals that analytics is now the top priority in healthcare IT.  Read More »

Online course tackles caregiver anger, guilt

An online course helps professional and family caregivers cope with the frustrations and emotions of long-term illnesses.  Read More »

Hospital readmissions reduction focus of expanded technology

A joint initiative of a program at Florida Atlantic University and a technology company aims to reduce hospital readmissions by intergrating tools into an EHR platform. Read More »

Remote monitoring is a cost-effective improvement to care, study says

Age and debilitating illnesses necessitate remote monitoring, researchers say.  Read More »

Self-adaptive wound care can reduce LTC costs

A recent study of a particular "smart" wound-care dressing showed reductions in long-term care costs.  Read More »

RFID fall management solution expands product line

New sensor options give RF Technologies' RFID fall management solution expanded monitoring abilities. Read More »

Skin-like device tracks skin hydration, temperature

Researchers have developed a skin-like device that can serve as an around-the-clock cardiovascular monitor.  Read More »

Provider implements technology to keep residents connected

Five senior living properties in Massachusetts have implemented a program to train older adults on using computer technology and to provide ongoing support to help them to stay connected. Read More »

Continuum of care portal series launches

The entire care process in LTC facilities can now be managed through a series of clinical portals.  Read More »

Wireless sensor system tests for falls risk

Wireless sensors track a person's walking patterns to assess falls risk. Read More »

‘Virtual nurse’ company raises seed money

A tech company that provides an interactive 'virtual nurse' raises $1.2 million.  Read More »

More nurses are using mobile devices

A recent survey finds that more nurses are using mobile devices and online resources at work.  Read More »

New garments resist pathogens

New germ-resistant fabrics can minimize transmission of pathogens, curbing the spread of infections. Read More »

AMA study: Most EHRs lack ‘usability’

The American Medical Association calls for a design overhaul of electronic health records to increase usability.  Read More »

Partnership offers remote dispensing for LTC pharmacies

Partnering companies develop an automated and remote dispensing system for LTC pharmacies.  Read More »

Google buys maker of anti-tremor spoon

Google acquires maker of high-tech spoon for those with hand tremors. Read More »

Apple iOS offers new clinical data sharing platform

Developers of mHealth apps running on iOS now have a new data-sharing platform with which to work.  Read More »

New technology detects infections within hours

A study confirms that a new technology can detect infections faster than traditional methods.  Read More »