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Social Articles - Gadgets of Convenience; Gadgets of Loneliness
High-tech gadgets are everywhere! They’re in our homes, offices, government buildings, stores, medical and dental offices and reside in our cars and SUV’s. In the last couple of decades gadgets such as cell phones, answering machines, pagers, computers, digital cameras and phones, microwave ovens, high tech coffee machines, cable TV and smart cards have crept into our daily routines, speeding up our lives and making our days efficient, easy, healthy and smart b
According to USFDA, a combination product is one composed of any combination of a drug and device; biological product and device; drug and biological product
ut with the downside of expense and intrusiveness.
Cell phones, and answering machines are great tools of communications; however, these gadgets can bring danger and isolation. Many accidents and deaths occur while driving and using a cell phone. Answering machines are wonderful but if used only as a screening tool, can bring separation and misunderstanding.
Computers are gadgets that have blossomed into must-have, business tools for the home and office. The
Cell phones, and answering machines are great tools of communications; however, these gadgets can bring danger and isolation. Many accidents and deaths occur while driving and using a cell phone. Answering machines are wonderful but if used only as a screening tool, can bring separation and misunderstanding.
Computers are gadgets that have blossomed into must-have, business tools for the home and office. The
; or drug, device, and biological product and fixed dose combination would include two or more combinations of drug.
Examples of combination products may in
Examples of combination products may in
y produce high-quality material and can offer many great services such as banking needs, emailing friends and family, online shopping, travel & vacation information, health and retirement services and other needed information.
Of the 60 million Americans 55 and older only 11 million use computers. From sageport.com comes this: “The low numbers are because many are intimidated by the high technology.”
However, finding and purchasing a computer need not be diff
Of the 60 million Americans 55 and older only 11 million use computers. From sageport.com comes this: “The low numbers are because many are intimidated by the high technology.”
However, finding and purchasing a computer need not be diff
lude drug-coated devices, drugs packaged with delivery devices in medical kits, and drugs and devices packaged separately but intended to be used together.
icult or intimidating. Online sites, computer stores, and local schools and libraries can help motivate and inform seniors on how to operate and enjoy a computer. I took a short course at a computer school and was surprised how fast and easy it was to learn. Within a day, I learned the basic operating features of a computer. After several weeks I was proficient enough to take some online college courses.
Video Professor, as advertised on TV may be another w
Video Professor, as advertised on TV may be another w
here is enormous increase in the number of combination products entering the market in the recent years. Combination products have proven advantages but fixe
ay to learn about computers. VP offers: “free computer lessons with video CDs. There are 16 CDs to choose from.” The cost is $6.95 and that is for shipping.
Other gadgets that are making computers more accessible for seniors are: “a large trackball that’s easier, better than the standard mouse” The newer, larger trackball ‘makes it easier for seniors who have arthritis.” Savvy Senior Gizmos
Sageport.com is creating “a keyboard with one-touch keys that can be
Other gadgets that are making computers more accessible for seniors are: “a large trackball that’s easier, better than the standard mouse” The newer, larger trackball ‘makes it easier for seniors who have arthritis.” Savvy Senior Gizmos
Sageport.com is creating “a keyboard with one-touch keys that can be
d dose combinations are still in the process of convincing regulatory authority on their advantages over the single ingredient formulations.
Combination pro
Combination pro
programmed to send the user to favorite online links, such as a Web page to order prescription drugs or the person’s family address book to send e-mail.” ‘Brian Deutsch, co-founder, CEO and president of sageport.com, an online community for seniors, says that this specially designed computer “with the easier-to-read monitor will be in retail stores nationwide early next year.” Savvy Senior Gizmo
Another exciting and helpful product specially designed for sen
Another exciting and helpful product specially designed for sen
ucts have become life saving products for the pharmaceutical companies who doesn’t have many innovative molecules in their product pipeline and have been inc
iors is the ergonomic trackball, instead of a mouse for the PC. From Ergonomic Resource.com comes: “a space-saving alternative to a mouse! Ergonomically shaped trackball with a detachable wrist rest & scroll lock button. Precise movement with opti-mechanical technology. Plug and play.” Also mentioned: no software involved.
Like the younger set, seniors, too, have a desire to stay in shape. To help accomplish this Savvy Senior Gizmos offers this: “Fitness e
Like the younger set, seniors, too, have a desire to stay in shape. To help accomplish this Savvy Senior Gizmos offers this: “Fitness e
easingly used in the product life cycle management. Even the companies having product patents are trying to extend their product life cycle through the combi
quipment maker NuStep, based in Ann Arbor, Mich. is targeting that market with a recumbent bike that was originally designed for use in cardiac rehabilitation centers.” Savvy Senior Gizmos
Other exciting products for seniors listed in Savvy are: “Ergonomic trackball instead of a mouse for the PC, electronic pillboxes that ring when to take medication, can openers that can be used with one hand and flashing-light smoke alarms.”
From “Technology and Science” I f
Other exciting products for seniors listed in Savvy are: “Ergonomic trackball instead of a mouse for the PC, electronic pillboxes that ring when to take medication, can openers that can be used with one hand and flashing-light smoke alarms.”
From “Technology and Science” I f
nation products and maximize the revenues. But the companies involved in this practice are overlooking that they are burdening the patients both economically
ound some neat “Tech Gifts” for seniors. Some of these gifts are:
“Secret Agent Walking Stick—includes a flashlight, a red reflector safety light, and secret compartment.
‘Red Garden Scoot—“a heavy duty, four-wheel device that prevents wear and tear on the knees by eliminating the need to repeatedly get up and down while gardening.
‘Sonic Boom Alarm Clock with Bed Shaker –good for those who are heavy sleepers, who are hard of hearing.”
‘Amplified Phone—lets
“Secret Agent Walking Stick—includes a flashlight, a red reflector safety light, and secret compartment.
‘Red Garden Scoot—“a heavy duty, four-wheel device that prevents wear and tear on the knees by eliminating the need to repeatedly get up and down while gardening.
‘Sonic Boom Alarm Clock with Bed Shaker –good for those who are heavy sleepers, who are hard of hearing.”
‘Amplified Phone—lets
and physically. They need to rightly judge the benefits of the combination products and they have to even look at the risks involved when combining the produ
you call your family and friends by touching their picture. There is also “an adjustable volume that provides up to 10 times the standard sound level.”
To keep the older mind active and sharp, here are more great offers to help:
‘Software Package----“Great Museums of the World.” Takes one on a virtual tour of Europe.”
‘Software Package---“The Master Genealogist.” “Lets the user organize reams of information on family history, including birth, death and mar
To keep the older mind active and sharp, here are more great offers to help:
‘Software Package----“Great Museums of the World.” Takes one on a virtual tour of Europe.”
‘Software Package---“The Master Genealogist.” “Lets the user organize reams of information on family history, including birth, death and mar
ts. Some of the combination products were well accepted by physicians while others suffered. Companies involved in development of combination products are fi
riage data as well as photos.” Great for those who want to trace family ancestry.
Senior Living, an online senior magazine has great information for seniors---such as longevity and staying healthy. “Ten Steps to a Longer Life,” offers sound advice for seniors. Other great links from Senior Living are: Relationship Counseling, Matchmaker ideas, Friendfinder ideas disclose more useful information. There are also other related links here to help seniors such a
Senior Living, an online senior magazine has great information for seniors---such as longevity and staying healthy. “Ten Steps to a Longer Life,” offers sound advice for seniors. Other great links from Senior Living are: Relationship Counseling, Matchmaker ideas, Friendfinder ideas disclose more useful information. There are also other related links here to help seniors such a
ding difficulty in defining their combination products and facing various challenges from selecting a combination to marketing it.
Following aspects would a
Following aspects would a
s: education, arthritis, death and dying, family crafts and genealogy.
From Global Action on Aging comes a wonderful article, ‘Technology Can Lift Barriers for Seniors.” A few excerpts from this article deserve mentioning:
“Remote control “Tele-home care” is at the forefront of technology benefiting seniors, with sophisticated monitoring systems now in hundreds of homes.” Hearth checking gear is available along with ‘gentle lights for frail eyes to cars that
From Global Action on Aging comes a wonderful article, ‘Technology Can Lift Barriers for Seniors.” A few excerpts from this article deserve mentioning:
“Remote control “Tele-home care” is at the forefront of technology benefiting seniors, with sophisticated monitoring systems now in hundreds of homes.” Hearth checking gear is available along with ‘gentle lights for frail eyes to cars that
dd to the challenges in developing combination products:
Which markets to tap where the combination products can do fairly well?
Which combination prod
Which markets to tap where the combination products can do fairly well?
Which combination prod
extend driving years with voice and visual prompts.” Other “smart home” technology is ‘getting a full test in a Portland, Oregon suburb, where developer Bill Reed has wireda12-room retirement home with sensors that monitor and respond to the behavior of residents.” These gadgets are labor reducing, cut costs and reduce the demand on caregivers and healthcare attendants.
From eLibrary, “Independence Except From Gadgets New Technology Enables Families To Keep T
From eLibrary, “Independence Except From Gadgets New Technology Enables Families To Keep T
cts are meaningful and rational?
Which therapeutic categories to select?
Which Combinations can address unmet needs of the patients?
Do combin
Which therapeutic categories to select?
Which Combinations can address unmet needs of the patients?
Do combin
abs on Seniors While Keeping Their Distance,” comes: “In the Aware Home, which is being created by the Broadband Institute and College of Computing at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Mom can simply hit a button on a wall panel video screen and see herself preparing dinner before the bell rang. Yup, bread kneaded.”
Other great links for seniors are:
www.theseniortimes.com/
www.senior-lifestyle.com/
www.vintagemag.com/
www.seaso
Other great links for seniors are:
www.theseniortimes.com/
www.senior-lifestyle.com/
www.vintagemag.com/
www.seaso
tions increase the patient compliance?
What would be the developing cost?
How to tackle the risks encountered during combination product developmen
What would be the developing cost?
How to tackle the risks encountered during combination product developmen
nedcitizen.com/
www.wiredseniors.com
www.aarp.com
www.elderweb.com
www.thirdage.com
www.seniornet.org.
www.ageofreason.com
www.nationalcouncilonaging.com
There are two “must see” senior sites I would like to pass on. One is: www.ageofreason.com. This site was comprehensive and informative. The other site is www.aarp.com. Here you will find extensive and informative information on health, various insurance offers, techn
www.wiredseniors.com
www.aarp.com
www.elderweb.com
www.thirdage.com
www.seniornet.org.
www.ageofreason.com
www.nationalcouncilonaging.com
There are two “must see” senior sites I would like to pass on. One is: www.ageofreason.com. This site was comprehensive and informative. The other site is www.aarp.com. Here you will find extensive and informative information on health, various insurance offers, techn
t?
As combination products don't fit into the traditional categories of drugs, medical devices, or biological products, the USFDA is in the process of devel
As combination products don't fit into the traditional categories of drugs, medical devices, or biological products, the USFDA is in the process of devel
ology, health, many links to specific helps, care giving ideas, retirement accounts, senior housing and great pamphlet offers. I didn’t realize how much AARP offers in an online forum!
Another fast growing gadget is the debit and credit card. Purchases can be made fast, at many locations, without the need for check or cash.
Then, there is the smart card. An amazing card, with various and unique uses. Fast growing smart cards are unique in that they have a mi
Another fast growing gadget is the debit and credit card. Purchases can be made fast, at many locations, without the need for check or cash.
Then, there is the smart card. An amazing card, with various and unique uses. Fast growing smart cards are unique in that they have a mi
ping new procedures for reviewing their safety, efficacy and quality.
Professional from academic institutions, pharmaceutical industries, health care indust
Professional from academic institutions, pharmaceutical industries, health care indust
crochip inside the card. With this chip, comes power, accessibility and purchase power. Within the chip lies an abundance of information about the cardholder. As Consumer Card Info states the microchip contains: “your bank balance, a phone card timer, even medical records.” Passwords given to you at the time you are given access to the card, determines who uses the card.
Smart cards have additional functions that make them appealing. From Didya.com comes thi
Smart cards have additional functions that make them appealing. From Didya.com comes thi
y and representatives from various regulatory agencies are working out to design the regulatory requirements for manufacture and sale of combination products
s information: smart cards “can add, delete, and otherwise manipulate information on the card.” This tiny chip inside of the card carries all required business functions and information. Because of smart information inside the card, the card does not require ‘access to remote databases at the time of transaction.” Once this unique consumer idea catches on—and it’s gaining everyday—purchasing power will be unmatched!
In addition, the smart card can be used “a
In addition, the smart card can be used “a
.
As there is an increasing trend of the combination products companies manufacturing such products should be able to tackle the problems involved in the de
As there is an increasing trend of the combination products companies manufacturing such products should be able to tackle the problems involved in the de
s a credit card, electronic cash, computer security systems, wireless communications, loyalty systems, like frequent flyer points, banking, satellite TV and government identification.” It is not farfetched to believe that in the future all cash transactions will be accomplished with this card. In most states cards are replacing cash.
As with all card transactions common sense is vital for the cardholder’s protection and safety. Consumer Card Info lists severa
As with all card transactions common sense is vital for the cardholder’s protection and safety. Consumer Card Info lists severa
elopment. They need to be wiser in analyzing the market trends and the regulatory requirements.
Companies that provide selfless information through particip
Companies that provide selfless information through particip
l important common sense practices: “memorize your pin number, make sure that your card is returned to you after a purchase has been made, sign new cards as soon as they are received, always check your monthly card statement and report quickly any malfunctions, be cautious when giving your card number over the phone or Internet, and be careful when using the ATM—morning or night.”
Gadgets, they’re here to stay! Check them out. Some may be just right for you!
Gadgets, they’re here to stay! Check them out. Some may be just right for you!
tion in industry events and feedback to regulatory authorities would be able to face the challenges and will be successful in developing combination products
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