The "1st Healthy Ageing Tech Show," co-hosted by IBMI, RBMP, the Department of Industrial Technology, the Department of Technology, the National Health Research Institutes, and the Department of Digital Industries, officially launched on August 2. The event aims to showcase the integration of technology with healthy aging, highlighting three major trends that predict the future of the industry.
The opening ceremony in the morning was attended by President Lai Ching-te, National Science and Technology Council Chairman Cheng-Wen Wu, Minister of Economic Affairs Jyh-Huei Kuo, and Minister of Digital Affairs Yen-Nun Huang, among other prominent figures from various sectors. They focused on addressing Taiwan's challenges as an aging society and seizing new economic opportunities associated with longevity. During the ceremony, the top ten senior-friendly technologies, products, and services selected by the promotion committee were officially announced.
In the afternoon, the main stage hosted a special lecture titled "Living Life to the Fullest," featuring former Legislative Yuan President Wang Jin-Pyng, former Academia Sinica President Chi-Huey Wong, former NTU President Pan-Chyr Yang, and NTUH Superintendent Ming-Shiang Wu. Instead of discussing national affairs, authoritative science, or medical academics, they shared insights on enjoying life in old age, from mindset to attitude, focusing on how to live smarter, healthier, and happier. The session aimed to create a relaxed atmosphere for everyone to enjoy tea and share the joys and secrets of a fulfilling life.
IBMI stated that by 2025, Taiwan's population over 65 is expected to reach 4.68 million. The increase in the elderly population has prompted tech companies and listed companies to actively invest in related industries, from rapid screening for stroke and cardiovascular diseases to telemedicine and personalized health management, as well as housing and smart home appliances for the elderly. The "1st Healthy Ageing Tech Show," held from August 2 to 4, highlights three main attractions:
Approximately 30% of seniors over 65 have osteoporosis, which often goes unnoticed until fractures occur, leading to complications. Acer Medical's "VeriOsteo OP" is Taiwan's first smart medical device that uses chest X-ray imaging to analyze bone density and assess osteoporosis risk through AI. The exhibition also features "VeriOsteo OP Cloud," which uses LINE to manage personal health status, offering smart measurement equipment and personalized health reports on-site.
Depression prevalence among those over 50 is 16.3%, yet 70% do not seek medical help due to lack of awareness and stigma. Compal Computer's "Depression Visual Brainwave Stress Assessment System" is a non-invasive AI-assisted brainwave analysis tool that generates assessment reports within 15 minutes, improving elderly mental health.
Ever Fortune AI's "Brain Hemorrhage Detection System" and "ECG Analysis Software" address common issues like stroke and cardiovascular diseases in the elderly. The former uses AI to analyze non-contrast head CT images for acute brain hemorrhage detection, while the latter identifies 12 types of arrhythmias and myocardial infarctions, aiding physicians in quickly identifying heart abnormalities.
Personalized health management has become a new trend in recent years. By recording physiological data and using AI analysis, health issues can be anticipated, and expert assistance can be sought promptly, achieving disease prevention. For sub-healthy seniors, remote tracking ensures precise care. ASUS's "ASUS HealthHub" provides physiological data recording, real-time professional consultation, and family health monitoring. The show also offers the "Calculate Your Future Body Resistance" activity for health index testing.
Chunghwa Telecom's "iHealth App" integrates exercise, diet, sleep, and health data, using AI to analyze personal health scores and risk indices. Visitors who download the app during the exhibition will receive a NT$45 coffee voucher and a health analysis experience code, along with a chance to win prizes. FarEastone Telecom's "Health+ App" combines telemedicine and self-health management, offering personalized health consultation, medical appointment scheduling, and video consultations.
In addition to daily health management, exercise is crucial for promoting health. However, seniors have different cardiopulmonary and muscle endurance than younger people, requiring different training methods. Coretronic Corporation's "uCare Medical Senior Fitness Evaluation System" offers personalized exercise prescriptions, fitness measurements, and data analysis for seniors, with a fitness competition held during the exhibition.
The growing elderly population presents significant potential for senior-friendly housing. By 2025, the global silver housing market is expected to reach NT$316 trillion, attracting various industries. Radium's "Le Tao Ju" senior housing focuses on a comprehensive plan and all-age health, providing mixed-age living and enhancing the quality of home-based elderly care. Sampo's "Ju Life" combines smart home appliances and safety protection systems, offering physiological measurement, health consultation, chronic disease prevention, and healthy diet solutions.
For those working away from home, there's always concern about their parents' health and safety. Taiwan Secom's "Taiwan Secom Unlimited+ Home Guard Service" uses lifestyle data analysis to monitor senior health and provide a smart disaster prevention system. Visitors completing four challenge games at the exhibition can receive an HRV autonomic nerve test worth NT$1,200. Taiwan Secom's "Care U Cloud Home Care Service" offers medication reminders, nurse phone contact, and emergency assistance. The exhibition also features a "Senior Living Technology Experience Hall" in collaboration with Taipei Veterans General Hospital, showcasing various products that protect seniors.
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