Man and iBot operate as one
Darrin Umbarger’s new wheelchair has what he calls the Wow Factor. Not telecare, but a great little independence-related story. East Oregonian story.
Month: July 2008
NuPhysicia opts for ATI's CareTone Ultra digital stethoscope (US)
NuPhysicia has incorporated ATI’s CareTone Ultra digital stethoscope into the B3Zero Telemedicine Suitcase System. CareTone Ultra, one of ATI’s patented CareTone Telephonic Stethoscopes, transfers high-quality, real-time auscultation sounds from the hearts, lungs and abdomens of remote patients. Press release.
Multiple benefits of remote patient monitoring devices increase their potential
Press release plug for Frost & Sullivan’s latest report suggests that RPM is becoming more attractive to healthcare providers. However, ‘the lack of adequate reimbursement streams will pose a major challenge to companies wishing to boost their unit sales and… Read moreMultiple benefits of remote patient monitoring devices increase their potential
Alert Limited lays down a challenge (UK)
Alert, a relatively small newcomer in the UK’s personal safety market is, with the introduction of two new alarm services, throwing down a challenge to councils and the established community alarm companies. Until now its offerings have been in the… Read moreAlert Limited lays down a challenge (UK)
A&D Medical releases three new telehealth products (US)
The three products are: a wireless automatic blood pressure monitor; wireless precision scale, and a wireless activity monitor, as part of its Lifesource range. Press release.
Considering telecare for someone with dementia
In this social worker’s blog he/she describes going to assess a client for the first time. It’s heartening to see that some form of telecare is automatically considered as part of that process. Assumptions.
Recora introduces enhanced bed occupancy sensors (US)
Recora now offers gold plated steel contacts, as well as the standard stainless steel. The gold acts as a shield against corrosion, increasing the life of the sensor. The sensors also have adjustable sensitivity. Press release.
Good vibrations may help reduce falls
Not telecare directly, but its about technology in relation to an important issue for telecare services. Less than ten minutes standing on a vibrating platform several times a week could help reduce older people’s risk of falls, Australian researchers have… Read moreGood vibrations may help reduce falls
Chubb: new series of telecare and telehealth roadshows (UK)
Chubb Community Care is taking ‘Telecare and Telehealth’ on the road in a series of events in England, Scotland and Wales during September and October. The events will be an opportunity to find out more about Chubb’s latest developments for… Read moreChubb: new series of telecare and telehealth roadshows (UK)
Darzi vision lacking vision?
You would expect the much-heralded final report of Lord Darzi’s NHS Next Stage Review High Quality Care for All published yesterday to be hot on the introduction of health monitoring technologies in people’s homes. It’s not. Searching, I found just… Read moreDarzi vision lacking vision?