Tech Talk: Wellness industry shifts as older adults embrace virtual care

Use of telehealth services has more than quadrupled, increasing from 15% in 2019 to 64% in 2021, according to market research firm Parks Associates and medical device company EarlySense. Their free white paper shows how the pandemic "has forever changed the trajectory of health and wellness," said Jennifer Kent, VP, Research, Parks Associates. "The industry is undergoing a shift as consumers, especially seniors, have become accustomed to using new technologies for healthcare services and communication." The 15-page white paper is well worth a read by active aging professionals who want to stay on top of the trends and better understand the needs and wants of current and future customers.