Lu Stout first meets one of the world’s
most famous androids, Sophia, for a tour around her birthplace – Hong
Kong-based company Hanson Robotics. CEO David Hanson explains how robotic
humanoid medical assistants – like Sophia’s “sister” Grace – could be used in
healthcare to provide patients with social stimulation and gather data on their
well-being. Meanwhile in Singapore, a robotics program at Changi General
Hospital is bringing a fleet of robots into wards.
Lu Stout then speaks with Carrie Shaw, founder
and CEO of Embodied Labs, a Los Angeles-based immersive training platform that
employs virtual reality to help healthcare workers step into the shoes of their
patients. Through the company’s software, users can experience the life of an
elderly patient – pushing the boundaries of how we can visualize and understand
human health.
Next, CNN hears from Tony Chahine, whose
Toronto-based company Myant has the latest in wearable tech: a line of ‘smart
underwear’ called Skiin, capable of collecting health data on the wearer. By
weaving haptic sensors into everyday clothing, Myant hopes to provide
continuous biometric data to its users and their loved ones – helping them
closely monitor health and detect the severity of chronic conditions.
Finally, the increase in social isolation
and uncertainty over the past year has led many to turn to wellness apps. Lu
Stout chats to Jolawn Victor, Chief International Officer of Headspace, about
the potential of the app’s guided meditations and how she hopes it can foster
more conversation around mental health.
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