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New collagen-based wound care products on the market

New collagen products for treating chronic wounds add alternatives to wound care. Read More »

ONC widens scope of EHR incentives program

The Electronic Health Record Incentives Program, currently limited to hospitals and certain other providers, may be expanded to a wider field of care providers, including those in long-term care. Read More »

Post-acute care improvement is goal of Golden Living, naviHealth partnership

Golden Living and naviHealth have partnered in an effort to enhance post-acute care service delivery for people admitted to Golden Living’s skilled nursing facilities around the country. Read More »

Personalized monitoring systems could reduce false alarms

A new study reveals that many monitor alerts are false alarms.  Read More »

EarlySense expands into LTC markets

EarlySense plans to expand its monitoring products into the long-term care and home heath sectors.  Read More »

Financial incentives drive EHR adoption

Show me the money: A data brief from ONC points to financial incentives as the driving force behind electronic health record adoption.  Read More »

Cardiac blood flow software gets FDA nod

Software used as a non-invasive blood flow measuring device gets FDA approval.  Read More »

Noise-reduction hearing aid gets a grant boost

NIH awards grant for development of a conversation-support hearing device.  Read More »

Remote monitoring solution heightens security features

Upgraded security tops the list of new features for a resident remote monitoring solution.  Read More »

Nursing school to focus on chronic diseases

A National Institutes of Health grant and data analysis will help a nursing school study chronic diseases.  Read More »

New imaging technology sheds light on Alzheimer’s

Brain connection changes in those with Alzheimer's disease are visible using a new imaging technology.  Read More »

Aging market fund invests in caregiver network

The Ziegler Link•Age Longevity Fund invests in an online caregiver network.  Read More »

Dissolving implant fights staph infections

A wireless electronic implant uses heat to fight staph infections, then dissolves. Read More »

Web-savvy seniors have better health literacy: study

A study says Internet use and social engagement give seniors better health literacy.  Read More »

Computer games help prevent falls in elderly

Computer games that encourage exercise may help prevent falls in older adults.  Read More »

Study questions benefits of computerized brain exercise

A study questions some of the benefits of computerized cognitive training for older adults.  Read More »

Simulation suit mimics effects of old age

A long-term care financial company hopes that a simulation suit that mimics the effects of the aging process will raise awareness on the need to prepare for the future.  Read More »

New sleep monitor system is touch-free, connects to smartphone

This new, non-contact sleep monitor combines a monitor, a web app and iPhone connectivity.  Read More »

New blood test uncovers hidden microbes

A new test can quickly diagnose infections in the bloodstream without requiring a culture.  Read More »

Optimus EMR adds secure access, barcode verification to EHR

Optimus EMR is adding mobile secure access and barcode verification to its electronic health record. Read More »

CMS appoints new data chief

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services creates a new position to deal with the growing reliance on healthcare data. Read More »

Pulmonary artery pressure monitoring reduces readmissions after heart failure

A study shows that pulmonary artery pressure monitoring can reduce 30-day hospital readmissions for older adults with heart failure.  Read More »

Aging 2.0 announces this year’s academy participants

Twenty startups have been selected for this year's Aging 2.0 Academy. Read More »

Search of EHRs uncovers undiagnosed diabetes

A new study shows the value of EHRs in uncovering undiagnosed diabetes.  Read More »

Investment will expand telehealth in LTC market

Though an investment, Xerox is betting on telehealth and the long-term care markets. Read More »

More social, behavioral data needed in EHRs, says IOM

The Institute of Medicine says more data about behaviors and stressors needs to be included in electronic health records.  Read More »

Antimicrobial touch screen protectors thwart germ spread

An antimicrobial screen protector for touch screens can stop the spread of infections.  Read More »

Monitoring solution uses data analytics, mHealth to spot clinical decline

A new mobile monitoring solution is aimed at predicting declining health. Read More »

VA hospital lauds use of pressure ulcer sensors

A wearable pressure ulcer sensor gets high marks from a Veterans Affairs hospital.  Read More »

Personal resident alarms: More protection or more risk?

More personal alarm-based safety devices for aren't always better—for the residents or the organization. The wrong strategy can make bed and chair alarms a liability instead of a protection. Read More »