Once again AGE-WELL – Canada’s technology and aging network is hosting its annual conference Nov. 2-4, 2026, this time in Ottawa. One could argue that AGE-WELL, with all its many programs, research and investments is the go-to organization to keep up on the fast-paced changes and emerging trends related to the AgeTech sector. So, if
As an avid follower of AGE-WELL – Canada’s technology and aging network – since its launch in 2015, I have watched it evolve, change up its direction not only by continuous engagement in partnerships with professionals in the field in Canada and internationally, but by also inviting the public to join its events, offering several
However there seems to be a twist to this story. NewGen Health was not on the top eight finalist list I received which invited me as an SE Health frequent follower to vote in the People’s Choice Awards. Apparently, a few days before the final event, an entry BioTrillium dropped out and NewGen Health, which
So it goes, the International Society for Gerontechnology (ISG) holds its 15th World Conference ISG 2026 in Vancouver from March 26 – 29, 2026. Continuing a vision, I say because from when I first learned of this professional body in 2018 the ISG presented a statement that has never strayed: “toward the realization of a
AgeTech Month? If January isn’t yet designated as such around the world, then it ought to be, perhaps partly in honour of the arrival of a new book just published by Springer Nature (2026) –The Age of AgeTech by Alex Mihailidis who has earned a highly respected reputation as a global leader in the field
On the third day is a look at the notion of “Your Living Room as Your Hospital Room” with Ricky Y. Choi, MD – Head of Digital Health, Samsung Electronics America & Pippa Shulman – Chief Medical Officer, DispatchHealth who will share what works for patients and providers regards delivery of hospital-grade care at home