Pioneering assistive hearing tech showcased at CES 2024
At CES 2024, OrCam Technologies is showcasing its AI-driven assistive technology with hearing impairments, the OrCam Hear. Taking place annually and organised by organised by…
New preventative remote care solution to roll out to 228,000 patients in the north of England
Etc., the digital and startup incubation hub of BT Group, has launched the second phase of its NHS digital preventative remote care initiative designed to…
Let’s Get It Clear: What makes a good head support? Or is that neck support?
Figure 4. An i2i neck support The position of our head is critical for many of our day-to-day functions. For a number of people, external…
Free online workshops will discuss the latest AT innovations for people who are blind or visually impaired
Envision Glasses The Braille Institute, a US not-for-profit organisation that works to transform the lives of those with vision loss, is running a series of…
Leading charities rally behind campaign to scrap defibrillator tax
A coalition of leading first aid and cardiovascular charities, including the British Heart Foundation, St John Ambulance, and the British Red Cross, have pledged support…
New “elegant” height-adjustable worktops help increase accessibility in the kitchen
Accessible kitchen and bathroom specialist Pressalit has added a new height-adjustable worktop to its Indivo range, which is designed to suit any need and enhance…
EXCLUSIVE: Revolutionising hospital discharge – The transformative power of digital care in elderly transitions
Philip Marshman, CEO & Founder of Sentai, outlines how digital care can be utilised as a potential solution to reduce and prevent delayed hospital discharges.…
Assistive technology service provider wins prestigious national care award
Llesiant Delta Wellbeing has won a prestigious national care award for its work supporting patients in the community, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions. The company, which…
EXCLUSIVE: Inclusive design – Why we need to prioritise inclusive delivery and research
Alex Wright, Design Expert at PA Consulting, discusses why inclusive research and delivery are at the heart of inclusive design. Exclusion is almost always created…
£8m for community care to support people to stay well at home and reduce pressure on hospitals
Welsh Health Minister Eluned Morgan The Welsh Government has held back an extra £8 million this winter to support people at greatest risk to stay…