Brussels, 25/01/2008 (Agence Europe) - Helping older people to stay healthier and to live independently for longer is the aim of a new research programme on "Ambient Assisted Living" (AAL), in a co-decision report unanimously approved by the Industry Committee on 24 January. It will develop new information and communication technology (ICT), to enable more elderly people to access public services more easily, but these services must nonetheless respect their privacy and dignity, say...