Gerontechnology: Is it time for regulation?
Gerontechnology has witnessed an explosion of largely unregulated devices intended for the benefit of older adults. These devices include games, reminders, tracking tools, and many more, but few regulations regarding their efficacy and safety exist. What role should Gerontechnologists play regarding...
| Publicado en: | Gerontechnology Vol. 16; no. 2; pp. 63 - 65 |
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| Formato: | editorial Journal Article |
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International Society for Gerontechnology
2017
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| Sumario: | Gerontechnology has witnessed an explosion of largely unregulated devices intended for the benefit of older adults. These devices include games, reminders, tracking tools, and many more, but few regulations regarding their efficacy and safety exist. What role should Gerontechnologists play regarding establishing standards to protect the consumer? The creation of standards bodies in various nations, and their role as potential models to stimulate discussion is presented. |
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