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The Promise of the Medical Tricorder? Meet the Withings BeamO

The Medical Futurist

That might sound steep, but considering it consolidates four high-quality medical tools into one device, it’s a reasonable investment—especially for families, caregivers, or those managing chronic conditions. No gimmicks, just smart engineering for home health monitoring. What Is BeamO?

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Hearing Loss in Geriatrics and Palliative Care: A Podcast with Nick Reed and Meg Wallhagen

GeriPal

Think about the last time you attended a talk on communication skills or goals of care discussions. Was there any mention about the impact that hearing loss has in communication or what we should do about it in clinical practice? I’m guessing not. COVID-19, masks, and hearing difficulty: Perspectives of healthcare providers. Alex: (Singing).

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Optimizing Nutrition in Aging: A Podcast with Anna Pleet, Elizabeth Eckstrom, and Emily Johnston

GeriPal

Summary Transcript Summary What is a healthy diet and how much does it really matter that we try to eat one as we age? That’s the topic of this week’s podcast with three amazing guests: Anna Pleet, Elizabeth Eckstrom, and Emily Johnston. Emily Johnston is a registered dietitian, nutrition researcher, and Assistant professor at NYU.

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