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Start-Up Spotlight: LifePod Debuts 'Proactive' Voice Assistant Designed To Ease Elder Care

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In October, health IT startup LifePod will debut its proactive voice-assistant device for caregivers to help improve care of the elderly. The device differs from other voice services by including a proactive dialogue to remind the aging person of appointments, events and medications, and gives caregivers real-time feedback on how well patients are doing.

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