Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Seniors Live At Home Longer With Health-Monitoring Technology, MU Researchers Find

From Medical News Today:

Many older adults want to remain active and independent for as long as
possible. Seniors want to age in their own homes and avoid moving to
institutions or nursing homes. University of Missouri researchers are
using sensors, computers and communication systems, along with
supportive health care services to monitor the health of older adults
who are living at home. According to the researchers, motion sensor
networks installed in seniors' homes can detect changes in behavior and
physical activity, including walking and sleeping patterns. Early
identification of these changes can prompt health care interventions
that can delay or prevent serious health events....

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