I suspect that not many people these days feel they have time to read a dry-sounding 55 page report. But that would be a pity when it comes to this one published by the Royal Society before Christmas. They have… Read moreDigital healthcare: the impact of information and communication technologies (ICTs) on health and healthcare
‘We reviewed 2135 consecutive emergency teleconsultations, which were received at an academic emergency department from state correctional facilities. During the 52-week study period, an average of 5.8 video-consultations per day were performed. A total of 1522 consultations (71%) had complete… Read moreEmergency department visits cut 38% in telemedicine videoconferencing trial
One of the few evidential telecare studies. The Barnsley and Doncaster AT4I (Assistive Technology for Independece) project evaluated 29 telecare installations against 38 control subjects without telecare in a sheltered housing scheme. Technology included Tunstall ‘lifestyle reassurance system’ and an… Read moreBarnsley telecare research report (UK)
Study using Living Independently Group’s QuietCare system throws up some interesting data on older people’s response to hot weather. Item from Senior Journal.
Must-read article by professors Anthony P.Glascock and David Kutzik of Drexel University, Philadelphia, describing their experiences of trying to move telecare technology from the laboratory into real home environments. Paper delivered at the HCI Workshop, Reality Testing: HCI Challenges in… Read more(Telecare) Reality Testing
Here are two non-telecare stories of interest to people in the field: By 2029, living to 100 will be the norm. An Interesting general article on aging and scientific interest in longevity. Read here. B-Vitamins Won’t Prevent Alzheimer’s – but… Read moreAging and Alzheimer's
Dr Jane Hendy of Imperial College is seeking to make contact with organisations with telecare projects already up and running or about to start. She would like to hear from anyone tentatively interested in taking part in a two year… Read morePlea for research help (Imperial College, London, UK)
Research suggests that boomers think middle age lasts from 48 to 73 and old age begins at 74. For boomers who are 50, old age or retirement is a quarter century away. This article is about attitudes to pension provision,… Read moreWhen does old age begin?
Two stories in one: book launch and interview with the author at the American Telemedicine Association’s 11th Annual International Meeting. Read here.
A study published in the January issue of The Annals of Neurology reports that vibrating insoles allow diabetics with numb feet and stroke victims with uncertain balance to stand quietly without swaying and losing their balance.
