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Virtual Reality Could Help Diagnose Early Stages of Alzheimer’s Disease

The VR test developed by researchers could spot early Alzheimer's disease more efficiently than "gold standard" cognitive tests currently in use
Posted on June 10, 2019 by Lucas Morgan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Advancements in technology have been proven to work wonders in the healthy aging realm, particularly for dementia patients. Here at SevenPonds, we’ve covered how virtual reality (VR) specifically can benefit both people with dementia and terminal illness. And now, a … Continue reading →

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A Virtual Reality Bucket List Helps Dying Patients Travel the World

Virtual reality headsets are giving terminally ill patients once-in-a-lifetime experiences
Posted on October 6, 2017 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Diving enthusiast Matthew Hill had always wanted to explore the Great Barrier Reef. But when Hill was diagnosed with bowel cancer, he was forced to put this dream aside. The cancer left Hill’s body in a weakened state. He couldn’t even sit … Continue reading →

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