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[Save The Date] (eng)aging International Conference “New Technologies: Opportunity or Challenge for the Aging Population?”

8 February 2019 by Editorial Staff 1 Comment

The (eng)aging international conference will be held in Prague, Czech Republic on 27 and 28 March 2019. It will deal with the topic :”New Technologies: Opportunity or Challenge for the Aging Population?”. The conference is organized in the frame of the long-term (eng)aging! project, which aims to foster society-wide debate about the accelerating demographic change and population aging.

Aging population and a decreasing number of people at a “productive age” presents aserious challenge to our economic and social systems. New technologies can aid in the independent living of older people and extend the time they remain active and self-sufficient.

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SilverFit Mile, or how can elderly can revisit their favourite places by bike, safely, from their care home?

8 February 2019 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

With the SilverFit Mile, the elderly can ride their bikes as if they were outdoors, while remaining comfortably inside their care home.

How? Thanks to virtual reality! A large screen connected to an adapted bike immerses residents in hundreds of landscapes filmed around the world. But that’s not all… Since the update of the SilverFit Mile, in addition to wandering in unknown lands, the elderly also have the possibility to revisit places they know and care about. These personalized routes are easily created thanks to the new Google Street view option of the SilverFit Mile.

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[Experts talking] SilverEco give the floor to James Wang, specialist in the intelligent transportation system

25 January 2019 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

James Wang, Senior Vice President of Beijing eHualu Information Technology Co. Ltd. / General Manager of Hualu Senior Care and Health Management Co. Ltd., provides an overall picture of the Silver economy in China.

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[Experts talking] SilverEco give the floor to Tang Chieh-Lang, Specialist in long-term care and financial services in Taiwan market

25 January 2019 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Tang Chieh-Lang, Deputy executive manager of Shin Kong Bank Cultural & Educational Foundation / SKS Community Care Welfare Foundation, gives us his vision for the future of the Silver economy in Taïwan.

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[Experts talking] SilverEco give the floor to Alexei Sidnev, CEO of Senior Group

23 January 2019 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Alexei Sidnev, CEO of Senior Group, Russia, revisits the commitment of his company to improve the situation of nursing home residents.

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Arkéa On Life and Libify have joined forces to offer a global offer of connected telecare services in Germany

16 January 2019 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Arkea On Life, the Arkea Group’s brand dedicated to connected services, is continuing its deployment in Europe and announces the signature of a distribution partnership with Libify, a company incorporated under German law.

CES 2019 : Hip’Safe the airbag belt for seniors will be in Las Vegas for the second time

3 January 2019 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

After an amazing experience in 2018, the Helite team will be back in Las Vegas for the CES 2019 (Customer Electronic Show). The world’s largest innovation show will run from January 8 to 11, 2019. A unique opportunity for the company to present the latest version of the Hip’Safe: the first airbag belt that protects seniors in the case of fall. Come meet Hip’Safe to discover its technology, test the belt, see demos and exchange ideas.

Older activist training programme by the Global Alliance’s a success

2 January 2019 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The Global Alliance for the rights of older people (GAROP) recently trained 17 older activists in countries in Africa and Asia to increase political support for a convention on the rights of older people.

Untold stories: Celebrating older human rights campaigners

2 January 2019 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

On International Day of Older Persons 2018, HelpAge marked the 70th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by showcasing the achievements of older campaigners from all around the world.

OEWG 10: What you can do

2 January 2019 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The Tenth Working Session of the Working Group will be held from 15 to 18 April 2019, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York and member states will discuss the rights to social security and social protection, and education and lifelong learning. This is how you can help:

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Older people denied right to health and risk being left behind in push towards universal health coverage, new Global AgeWatch Insights reveals

2 January 2019 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Last month, the Global AgeWatch Insights report was issued. It reveals the ways in which older people are being denied their right to health, and recommends improvements in data collection and health systems. [Read more…] about Older people denied right to health and risk being left behind in push towards universal health coverage, new Global AgeWatch Insights reveals

S. Korea is taking steps to improve care and support for seniors living at home

12 December 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The Korean government has recently announced a blueprint for expanding care services to seniors in their homes, with a view to its realization by 2025. [Read more…] about S. Korea is taking steps to improve care and support for seniors living at home

The Smart Ageing Prize awards €50,000 to 3 innovative solutions for active and healthy ageing

16 October 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The three winners of the 2018 Smart Ageing Prize were announced during the first day of the AAL Forum.

Ageing and imprisonment: how to identify the needs of older prisoners

8 October 2018 by Editorial Staff 2 Comments

Ageing in prison is the subject of the new International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) report, published in October 2018. It explains how to identify and meet the needs of a very peculiar population: older prisoners.

[Photographs] Smile does not get old

24 September 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

“Smile does not get old” is the beautiful project of the russian photographer Ilya Nodia, who chose to make elderly people’s smile immortal.

Do not miss the live launching of the « Age without Borders Webtour 2018 » on September 12th 2018!

5 September 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Once an exception, longevity has become a revolution! The Age without Borders Webtour is a live video meetup connecting you with global voices in the flourishing longevity economy. The live launching will take place in Paris on September 12th 2018. Register now!

[VIDEO] SilverEco and Ageing Well International Awards : jury members explain the specificities of Silver economy all over the world

19 July 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

After the French edition of SilverEco and Ageing Well International Awards, the jury members shared on camera the specificities of Silver economy all over the world.

10 Priorities for a Decade of Action on Healthy Ageing : how we should face the ageing of the world’s population

9 July 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Today, most people are living longer and a significant proportion of the world’s population are older people. By 2050, the world’s population of people over the age of 60 will double. This demographic change has strong implications for sustainable development. As people grow older, their health outcomes, needs and what they value can change. Supporting these changes by taking multisectoral action on ageing and health is therefore critical and will support the Decade on Healthy Ageing 2020 – 2030.

New BDO report: “The elderly are not as healthy in old age as expected”

4 July 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Prevention and rehabilitation are key to value-based elderly care: “the elderly are not as healthy in old age as expected”. The new BDO report, published in June 2018, puts the light on “the inappropriate response of the health care system to an ageing population”.

2018 Ageing Report: Europe’s population is getting older

11 June 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The 2018 Ageing Report, published in May 2018, shows that fiscal costs linked to pensions, health care and long-term care are expected to rise over the coming decades, as Europe’s population continues to age significantly.

Highlights of the SilverEco and Ageing Well Awards!

8 June 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The Silver Economy and Ageing Well International Awards took place in Paris on the 29th of March 2018 during the biggest Silver Economy French event: the Silver Night, and rewarded the best ageing-well and Silver Economy innovations.

Expo Meeting Innov-aging will take place in Ancona, Italy, on June 21-23th 2018

7 June 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Innov-Aging is the first Expo Meeting in Italy totally dedicated to the latest innovations of the Silver Market, with particular attention to the sectors: Economics-Finance, Health-Wellness and Technology.

Viva Technology: Over 100,000 people from all over the world at the rendezvous for innovation and startups!

28 May 2018 by Editorial Staff 1 Comment

Over 47% increase in attendance in one year, more than 125 nationalities represented, more than 300
speakers, more than 9,000 startups present, the 2018 Viva Technology edition is a huge success.

Interview with Yossi Graff, winner of the 2018 SilverEco® and Ageing Well International Awards

25 May 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Yossi Graff, with the Care@Home Smart Alerting solution, is one of the winners of the 2018 SilverEco® and Ageing Well International Awards.

The next edition of the Paris Healthcare Week will be held from 29 to 31 May 2018

18 May 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The Paris Healthcare Week, aimed at all healthcare professionals, is the only event of its kind in Europe. Over three days, it brings together around 850 exhibitors (OEMs, software publishers, suppliers, e-health entrepreneurs, medical device manufacturers, architects, care professionals, institutional representatives, and more) and approximately 30,000 visitors, including healthcare providers, specialists, decision-makers and professionals involved in the management, digitalisation, fitting-out and construction of healthcare establishments.

Transforming Digital Health into Smart Care with new Vivago MOVETM solution

2 May 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Vivago, a Finnish forerunner in personal healthcare technology, is taking remarkable step by launching the revolutionary Vivago MOVETM solution to global markets. Vivago MOVETM is introduced to the market at Digital Health Nordic event taking place at 13th -14th February 2018 at Helsinki, Finland.

Phonak opens a new Audiological Center and launches its new CROS B-R device

19 April 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Phonak, one of the leading global provider of hearing instruments and wireless communication solutions, announces a new audiological center of excellence fueled by the Phonak Audiology Research Center (PARC) in Warrenville, Illinois.

Virtual reality for cognitive stimulation

18 April 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Kwido was among the 2018 SilverEco and Ageing well International Awards’ finalists. Kwido’s platform tests new virtual reality technologies for cognitive stimulation.

Vivago and Avarea signed a co-operation agreement

12 April 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Vivago and Avarea have signed a cooperation agreement with the aim of utilizing advanced analytics and producing business intelligence from the health status and wellbeing data generated by Vivago’s wellbeing and safety solutions.

How to adapt your home?

12 April 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Staying at home is not so easy when ageing, mobility is no longer the same. This is why adapting your house for more comfort and safety is important when you are close to retirement.

Focus on Ilogs Mobile Software, one of the SilverEco® and Ageing Well International Awards winners

9 April 2018 by Editorial Staff 1 Comment

SafeMotion is the latest innovation in medical alert systems that’s revolutionizing how older adults age in place—or on the go. The company recently won a SilverEco® and Ageing Well International Award.

Focus on Essence Smartcare, one of the SilverEco® and Ageing Well International Awards winners

9 April 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Care@Home Smart Alerting is a combination of technologies that ensures the safety of seniors through various intelligent emergency detection and alerting methods. The company recently won a SilverEco® and Ageing Well International Award.

Focus on Triple W, one of the SilverEco® and Ageing Well International Awards winners

9 April 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Triple W makes a wearable device called “DFree” which can predict when the user needs to go to the bathroom. The company recently won a SilverEco® and Ageing Well International Award.

SilverEco® and Ageing Well International Awards winners are…

4 April 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The SilverEco® and Ageing Well International Awards winners and finalists were revealed during the SilverNight event in Paris. Congratulations to all participants and to the 50 nominees coming from all around the world.

Almost half of grandparents would have a favourite grandchild

22 March 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Gransnet recent survey, done in partnership with Mumsnet, reveals some shocking truths regarding an issue that many wouldn’t like to acknowledge: favouritism.

In the survey of 2,000 parents and grandparents with more than one child, 23% of Mumsnet users admitted to having a favourite, while 42% of Gransnet users confessed to having a preferred grandchild.

Ray Chavez, 106, is the oldest living Pearl Harbor survivor!

20 March 2018 by Editorial Staff 1 Comment

Pearl Harbor’s oldest surviving veteran, Ray Chavez, celebrated his 106th birthday this year. Happy Birthday to him! This Mexican-American born of immigrant parents served on the USS Condor and was one of the very first sailors to spy the enemy submarine.

Heathrow commits to becoming world’s first dementia friendly airport

20 March 2018 by Editorial Staff 1 Comment

Heathrow’s ambition to deliver excellent passenger service has taken one step further as it announces its commitment to becoming the world’s first dementia friendly airport.

Heart attacks in elderly people: some tips you should know

12 March 2018 by Editorial Staff 3 Comments

A heart attack can happen when there is a sudden complete blockage of an artery that supplies blood to a section of the heart. As a result, some of the heart muscle starts to die.

Most of the time, older adults are dependent on family members or caregivers to understand the signs and to get medical aid. Here are tips from Dr Sriniwas Thakur, Consultant Geriatrician, on what you should and shouldn’t do when some elderly person suffers from a heart attack.

Aging population expected to increase the prevalent cases of Alzheimer’s disease, says GlobalData

6 March 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The world’s aging population is expected to increase the prevalent cases of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Analysis of the epidemiological trends of AD in the seven major markets (US, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, UK, and Japan), determined that the total prevalent cases of AD are expected to increase from 10,604,756 cases in 2016 to 13,759,918 cases in 2026, at an annual growth rate of 2.98%, according to GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company.

According to a recent study, cannabis would help reduce pain for elderly

6 March 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

According to an Israeli study published in February 2018, cannabis could be use for improving the quality of life of elderly currently treated with opioids.

Ideable presents a study on Kwido Mementia, highlighting the benefits of home use

6 March 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Ideable has been developing and marketing Kwido Mementia, the cognitive stimulation platform, for several years now. The platform is part of its Kwido line of products that use technology to provide care for the elderly. Kwido Mementia uses serious games to help prevent cognitive decline and even provides early warning of possible patient problems.

Silver Economy and Ageing Well International Awards: discover the Jury members!

21 February 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

As you already know, SilverEco.org has launched the SilverEco® and Ageing Well International Awards, which aim to bring together all Silver Economy international stakeholders on the occasion of a gala event, on 29th of March, 2018, in conjunction with the French event, “SilverNight” in Paris.

Discover all the Jury members!

When the new emojis get a touch of grey…

16 February 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The latest round of recently approved emojis are set for release in the second half of 2018. It will include new white – or grey-haired options. They aren’t the first grey-haired emojis, but they do represent an improvement.

Cycleo, a “bike from today to age better tomorrow”

15 February 2018 by Editorial Staff 1 Comment

Cottos Medical has created Cycleo, which is considered as a “bike from today to age better tomorrow”. Indeed, this bike is a connected bicyle for care facilities for elderly. Explanations…

Domitys, a new category of housing specially adapted to independent senior citizens

15 February 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Domitys residences offer a different living environment. Indeed, Domitys develops spacious, quality residences with apartments varying in size, carefully designed to make life easier. Focus on Domitys residences…

Discover why apply to the Silver Economy and Ageing Well International Awards!

14 February 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

SilverEco.org has launched the SilverEco® and Ageing Well International Awards, which aim to bring together all Silver Economy international stakeholders on the occasion of a gala event.

For the 2018 edition, SilverEco® and Ageing Well International Awards will take place on 29th of March, 2018, in conjunction with the French event, “SilverNight” at the biggest cinema theatre of Europe, le Grand REX, in Paris.

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Robot density rises globally, according to the International Federation of Robotics

9 February 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The automation of production is accelerating around the world: 74 robot units per 10,000 employees is the new average of global robot density in the manufacturing industries (2015: 66 units). By regions, the average robot density in Europe is 99 units, in the Americas 84 and in Asia 63 units.

Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan Chase & Co. to partner on U.S. employee healthcare

1 February 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan Chase & Co. announced that they are partnering on ways to address healthcare for their U.S. employees, with the aim of improving employee satisfaction and reducing costs.

The three companies, which bring their scale and complementary expertise to this long-term effort, will pursue this objective through an independent company that is free from profit-making incentives and constraints.

Nicole Kidman gave a speach against ageism in Hollywood

29 January 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Nicole Kidman, a famous australian actress, used her Screen Actors Guild Awards speech to speak out against ageism in Hollywood, explaining however that the industry’s attitude towards older female stars is changing for the better.

Theresa May appoints Tracey Crouch as UK’s first Minister for loneliness

22 January 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Tracey Crouch was recently announced as the new Minister for Loneliness. Indeed, in memory of Jo Cox, who was murdered by a right-wing extremist in 2016, the British Prime Minister Theresa May has announced the appointment of a new “Minister of Loneliness.”

Virtual reality brings roller coasters and exotic travel to assisted living

19 January 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Marianne Shores took the first roller coaster ride of her life as a 16-year-old out on her first date at the Long Beach boardwalk. 60 years have passed since that moment, and Shores gets around now with a walker at the Atria Carmichael Oaks residential facility. Yet, on a recent Saturday, she was back speeding down the tracks and gripping the safety bar while wearing cutting-edge virtual reality goggles, created by Gamers Gift.

Older Hospitalized Adults Are Infrequently Tested for Influenza

19 January 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

This year’s flu season is shaping up to be an especially serious one, and it’s important for clinicians to promptly recognize, diagnosis, and treat influenza in hospitalized patients, especially in vulnerable populations such as older individuals.

A new study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, however, indicates that adults aged 65 years and older who are hospitalized with fever or respiratory symptoms during influenza seasons are less likely to have a provider-ordered influenza test than younger patients.

3 tips for seniors during winter

18 January 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Winter offers number of risks for the elderly. It’s important to be aware of the challenges associated with elder care during these cold months, and to take steps to protect them. Here are 3 tips for seniors durant winter.

Discover the AgeingFit final programme!

16 January 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

AgeingFit, the leading European business convention dedicated to innovation in the healthy ageing sector, will gather main actors in the innovation cycle from research to market, along with the key players in regulation and evaluation with the objective of identifying tomorrow’s market needs and promoting today’s innovative products and services for the senior care market.

AgeingFit will take place on 6th and 7th February 2018 in Nice (France). Discover the final programme!

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SilverEco and Ageing Well International Awards 2018: apply now!

16 January 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The Silver Economy and Ageing Well International Awards will take place in Paris on the 29th of March 2018 during the biggest Silver Economy French event: the Silver Night! More than 1.500 professionals and business stakeholders will meet to exchange and discover the best ageing-well and Silver Economy innovations.

Applications are now open! Don’t miss your chance, apply now and you may be the next winner!

CES 2018: Aladin, a “magic” connected lamp by Domalys

15 January 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Domalys, selected to represent the FrenchTech during the CES of Las Vegas, had the opportunity to present its innovation: Aladin, a smart lamp “with a genie inside”. Explanations…

Gyrolift, a universal and innovative mobility solution for the elderly

11 January 2018 by Editorial Staff 1 Comment

Gyrolift is a universal and innovative mobility solution based on the association of a gyropod and a robotics system. It offers its users automatic stabilization, an innovative system of reassurance and an intuitive monitoring system to increase the comfort of mobility.

Study Uncovers Healthcare Disparities among Octogenarians and Nonagenarians with Advanced Lung Cancer

11 January 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

A new study reveals that, among patients of advanced age with stage III lung cancer, African Americans and individuals who live in lower income areas are more likely to not receive any treatment. Published online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, the study also found that patients who receive the standard of care treatment for their cancer live longer.

Colgate advances the future of oral care with its electronic toothbrush with artificial intelligence!

10 January 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Colgate, a global leader in oral care, is committed to improving the way people brush their teeth. With the launch in the US on Apple.com and select Apple Stores, the new Colgate® Smart Electronic Toothbrush E1 with Artificial Intelligence, Colgate® is taking a leap forward by providing users with real-time feedback about their brushing so they can take better care of their oral health.

Things to know about occupational therapy

10 January 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

According to the « ANFE » (Association Nationale Française des Ergothérapeutes), the goal of the occupational therapy is to “maintain, restore and enable human activities in a secure, autonomous and efficient manner”.

In a booming industry, the profession of occupational therapist bases its practice on the link between human activity and health and aims to prevent, reduce or even eliminate disability situations by taking into account people’ lifestyle and their environment. Explanations.

Oticon HearingFitness™ App for Oticon Opn™ Captures CES 2018 Innovation Award

8 January 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Oticon, Inc. recently announced that the Oticon HearingFitness™ App, the first hearing aid app dedicated to hearing fitness, has won a 2018 CES Innovation Award, the world’s leading consumer technology awards program.

After a successful first edition, AgeingFit will take place on 6th and 7th February 2018 in Nice

4 January 2018 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

After a successful first edition, AgeingFit, the European business convention dedicated to innovation in Silver Economy and Health, will take place on 6th and 7th February 2018 in Nice (France).

AgeingFit is the meeting point for companies, scientists, financers and directors of retirement, nursing homes and hospitals from the Silver Economy and Health sector. AgeingFit offers those actors a frame so as to collectively develop innovative products and services for the prevention, treatment and support of the effects of ageing on seniors.

When 2 heterosexual Irish men marry to avoid inheritance tax…

4 January 2018 by Editorial Staff 2 Comments

Two Irish best friends, Matt Murphy, 83, and Michael O’Sullivan, 58, who are both heterosexual, decided to get married when they discovered how much tax would have to be paid on the house Murphy intended to leave in his will to O’Sullivan.

Walking football, a perfect exercise for older adults in the UK

4 January 2018 by Editorial Staff 1 Comment

The health benefits of playing football and the importance of exercise and social contact for healthy ageing are well established. But sometimes, the physical demands of play at full speed may make it unsustainable for some older adults.

Walking football can be a way of playing football differently. Indeed, it’s enjoyable and moderately demanding and may be an adapted form of exercise for older adults.

Germany, one of the “super-aged” societies in the world

19 December 2017 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

According to aarpinternational.org, Germany is currently one of five “super-aged” societies in the world, and its population of those age 65 and older will continue to grow, reaching nearly one-third of the total population by 2050.

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5 Tips for Alzheimer’s care at Christmas

15 December 2017 by Editorial Staff 1 Comment

Everybody hope to enjoy a relaxing Christmas with close people. However, the hustle and bustle of getting the whole family together can be challenging and many carers feel anxious in the run up to Christmas Day, especially when some of their relatives have Alzheimer’s disease.

Read the Dementia UK 5 key tips to enjoy the day!

More than 15,000 frail elderly New Zealanders are lonely

15 December 2017 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

New research from the University of Otago Christchurch have found that one in five older people (equates to 15,000 elderly) identify as feeling lonely in New Zealand, and the negative impact of this can worsen health conditions.

Almost a million older people feel lonelier at Christmas

14 December 2017 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

New research for Age UK shows that nearly a million (928,000) older people feel lonelier at Christmas time.

Get ready for the Las Vegas CES on January 9-12th, 2018

13 December 2017 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

The CES 2018 will run Tuesday, January 9 through Friday, January 12 in Las Vegas, NV. CES 2018 will touch every major global industry, hosting 3,900 exhibitors, and drive the ever-evolving technology landscape across 2.5 million net square feet of exhibit space.

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