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From keyless locks to lamps that detect falls, we look at some of the best products on the market (or in development) to improve safety and mobility within the home. Words: Rhonda Carrier
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ccording to Statistica, around 3.7 million people aged 65+ lived alone in the UK in 2020 — a number
that will continue to rise. Smart-home tech can make life easier both for them and their relatives by providing a 24/7 connection and assistance with everyday tasks made more difficult by reduced vision, decreased mobility and the increased risk of falls. Most starter smart home products are inexpensive and simple to set up with a smartphone and are often controllable remotely. Using a hub such as Alexa or Google Assistant can streamline everything (multiple apps can take up a lot of space on a phone) as well as allowing voice command of smart devices.
Apple Watch Series 6 Tis stylish smartwatch can detect falls and certain types of cardiac event and send out an immediate call for help. It also supports HomeKit, enabling voice-command control of your smart devices. £509,
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Nobi Smart Lamp Tis award-winning product uses AI to detect falls (as well as burglaries and smoke), even in the dark. After asking the elderly person if they’re okay, it contacts family members or, if necessary, alerts emergency services and opens the door for them. Available for purchase from late 2021, price not confirmed.
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Samsung Bot Handy Smart Home Robot Also new for 2021, this ‘personal butler’ — which uses advanced AI to adjust its grip to objects of different weights, sizes and materials — can make older people’s lives that much easier by performing both mundane tasks (such as putting dishes away) and services such as pouring a glass of wine. Release date and price not confirmed.
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Apple Watch Series 6
Google Nest Protect Perfect for those who might not hear an alarm — and/or respond quickly
Research into CBD and anxiety
Satipharm Advanced CBD capsules have been shown to be 3.5 times more effective than bottled CBD oils, and the company is studying the effects
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ental health is a rising global health challenge, particu- larly in the past 14 months.
Over 19 million adults in Great Britain reported high levels of anxiety during lockdown, according to a recent report by
the Office for National
Statistics. It found that over a third of adults claimed the Covid-19 pandemic had affected their wellbeing.
Symptoms of anxiety Individual symptoms vary, but can include: • Poor concentration • Difficulty getting to or staying asleep • Nightmares • Migraine and tension headaches • Irritability or poor mood
Can CBD help? CBD works with the body’s internal endocannabinoid system. Currently, no CBD products have been registered in the UK for the treatment of anxiety or management of symptoms, but researchers are currently studying the impact of CBD on numerous conditions, including anxiety, stress and insomnia, and Satipharm is currently conducting its own research.
Satipharm’s clinical trial in anxiety Satipharm has partnered with Emyria to conduct a clinical trial in anxiety. Te trial is being guided by insights from Emyria’s data, which includes efficacy data from more than 3,500 patients and provides deep insight into how the Satipharm product performs clinically. Te trial is designed to validate whether or not taking Satipharm Advanced CBD significantly improves symptoms of anxiety.
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to it — this acts quickly without overreacting to cooking smells or shower steam, with a voice alert, a siren and smartphone alerts. It also tests itself constantly and has a motion-activated night light. £92.99,
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Arlo Essential Video Doorbell Letting older people answer the front door from anywhere, chat directly with visitors, and helping deter package thieves, Arlo stands out for its picture quality, 180-degree viewing angle, clear, two-way audio communication and smart-home compatibility. £179.99,
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Conexis L1 Smart Lock Tis allows for a keyless door lock that’s controlled via the Yale Lock app. Te system lets the user send virtual keys to family and friends, and access can be granted for a few weeks or hours, depending on what’s required. Te app will also notify family or friends when loved ones are home. Te status of the door can be viewed in the Yale Home app to check it’s closed and locked, and you can also select to view camera feeds from Yale cameras such as the All-in-One camera, to see and talk to the person at your door before opening it. £199.99,
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3.5x more effective than CBD oils Satipharm’s phase 1 clinical trial showed its Advanced CBD capsules are up to 3.5 times more effective than taking bottled CBD oil. When swal- lowed, the majority of ‘standard’ CBD oil is metabolised by the liver before it can reach the body’s cells to have an effect. Te trial showed that up to 3.5 times more CBD reaches the body if taken in a Satipharm Advanced CBD capsule rather than in a bottled CBD oil or spray.
CBD with added B vitamins Satipharm Advanced CBD Focus capsules include 100% of your daily NRV for vitamins B1, B3, B5, B6 and B12, which contribute to: • Normal mental performance • Normal psychological function • Reduction of tiredness and fatigue
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satipharm.com Satipharm products are also available at Lloyds Pharmacy, Holland & Barrett and all good pharmacies nationwide
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