Study reveals that over a quarter of over-65s that have fallen do not tell family or carers
According to a study of 2,000 people aged 65 and above, 24 percent of older people have fallen at home and 26 percent of those…
Bournemouth University creates range of assistive tech solutions to promote inclusivity
An app that makes assistive technology recommendations for pupils; a framework that maps assistive technologies to users’ physical abilities; and a project that enables disabled…
Work begins on new report on training and upskilling professionals in using assistive tech
OrCam Learn device | Credit: OrCam Policy Connect, a cross-party thinktank that specialises in the development of new policy ideas through evidence and collaboration, has…
Uni researchers create a data-based tool that could help GPs prevent serious falls
A new tool is set to help doctors accurately identify patients at high risk of serious falls based on 20 years’ worth of data. It…
Assistive robotic arm shown to help boost independence of those with ALS in evaluation study
A recent study has demonstrated that assistive robotic manipulators can help people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) to remain independent. The study, ‘Assistive Robots for…
Health Foundation calls for more hospital beds following harrowing decline in ambulance response times
Greater investment in hospital capacity and flow through hospital with more beds and more staff is needed, as recent analysis from the Health Foundation reveals…
New report reveals project saves NHS Wales over 62,000 bed days due to adaptations
A new evaluation report has been published by Care & Repair Cymru, which highlights the successes of a project that has worked to ensure that…
Survey finds that the term “virtual ward” discourages patients from receiving healthcare at home
There is a disconnect between the principle of healthcare at home and the term “virtual ward”, which is potentially putting off patients, according to a…
New report recommends how assistive tech can be implemented to support retirement residents
A new report from the University of Stirling makes several recommendations for UK and devolved governments, local authorities and housing associations, as to how everyday…
New research calls for all health and care staff to be trained in AI
All health and care staff should receive training in artificial intelligence (AI) with additional specialist training for those who use AI tools in clinical practice,…