Japan's Dementia Crisis: Tech & Human Touch

Japans aging population and growing dementia cases pose a significant challenge, with over eighteen thousand older people wandering away from homes in the past year. The government is turning to technology for solutions, including GPS tracking systems, wearable tags, and AI-powered robots for earlier detection and assistance. However, human connection remains crucial, as seen in initiatives like the Restaurant of Mistaken Orders in Tokyo. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.