Interview with Erik Weiman
As part of ACCESS Health’s study of the Swedish elder care system, Sofia Widén interviewed Erik Weiman, a politician in the Moderate Party in Sweden, about his past experience as chairman of the Uppsala County Council from 2006 to 2014. Uppsala County …
Technology for the Elderly Program: Interview with Raymond Dahlberg
The Swedish government sponsored the Technology for the Elderly program from 2007 to 2013. The program supported the development of innovative technology products and services designed to assist elderly people and their relatives in their daily lives. In this interview, Dr. Raymond …
Opportunities for Investment in Health and Wellness
There is a growing need for healthcare products and services worldwide. The world population is projected to increase by at least another two to three billion by the end of the century. All will seek access to high quality, affordable healthcare. Incomes …
Case Study: The Estonian eHealth and eGovernance System
The following case study and set of interviews stems from research by Sofia Widén, the program manager for ACCESS Health Sweden, who spent three days in Estonia to learn more about the Estonian digital government services system. Citizens of Estonia use these …
Technology for the Elderly: Focus Group
ACCESS Health Sweden conducted a study of technology in elder care. In an effort to understand the needs of the elderly, the Swedish team of ACCESS Health conducted a series of focus groups with the elderly. This interview on technology is the …
Interview with Markus Merne
ACCESS Health studied the Northern Europe elder care systems from different angles for the Elder Care Project. Our team interviewed regional directors of healthcare, national and local politicians, policy experts, doctors, nurses, assistant nurses, and a range of other healthcare professionals in …
Telegeriatrics
This case study examines the trial program for telegeriatrics at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital in Singapore. Telegeriatrics is the extension of telemedicine designed specifically to serve the elderly. The combination of limited mobility and chronic health problems often makes this group ideal …
Epilogue to Affordable Excellence
This is the Epilogue to Affordable Excellence. The demographics of Singapore have changed tremendously over a very short period of time. With increased wealth and higher incomes in Singapore, came smaller family sizes and fewer young being born. As a result, the …
Interview with Liak Teng Lit Group Chief Executive Officer, Alexandra Health System, Singapore
In this interview, Liak Teng Lit, Group Chief Executive Officer at Alexandra Health System, shares his thoughts on the challenges faced by the healthcare systems in Singapore. The growing population of seniors in this country struggle with heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and …
Aging with Dignity: Innovation and Challenge in Sweden – The Voice of Care Professionals
The worldwide population is aging and countries are facing ongoing challenges in caring for their elderly population. In Aging with Dignity: Innovation and Challenge in Sweden–The Voice of Care Professionals, ACCESS Health’s Sophia Widén and William A. Haseltine explore best practices in …
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