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46 NOV / DEC 2023 I  HEALTHCARE JOURNAL OF NEW ORLEANS COLUMN  SENIOR HEALTH ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) has rap- idly emerged as a transformative force in the field of medicine, and its potential to enhance the lives of seniors is particularly promising. With the global aging popula- tion, healthcare for seniors has become a critical concern, and AI is playing a crucial role in addressing the unique challenges faced by this demographic. In this article, we will explore recent AI advancements in medicine, focusing on how they are ben- efiting seniors and improving their health- care outcomes. ments in machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) have aided in the early diag- nosis of Parkinson’s disease with an accu- racy rate of over 95%. 1 AI-driven predictive models can also analyze a senior’s medical history, lifestyle, and genetic predisposi- tions to assess their risk of developing conditions like Alzheimer’s disease. This early identification will enable healthcare providers to implement preventive mea- sures and interventions to slow down the progression of these diseases and help im- prove their patient’s quality of life. Early diagnosis and predictive analytics One of the most significant contribu- tions of AI in senior healthcare is its ability to help predict various medical conditions. AI algorithms can analyze vast amounts of information, including medical records, imaging data, and genetic information, to identify patterns and risk factors associ- ated with certain diseases. According to a study published in Discover Artificial Intel- ligence , a Springer journal, recent advance- REVOLUTIONIZING SENIOR CARE: Recent AI Advancements in Medicine