When President Obama took office two years ago, the GOP had much more than a mere inkling that a healthcare overhaul was on the horizon. Fast-forward to the final days of 2010, and an attempt at a repeal may be just around the corner. It comes as … [Continue reading]
Veteran misses filing deadline due to mental illness: Fair?
A U.S. veteran from Maine was denied veteran’s benefits, and argues he was unable to file an appeal because of a mental disability. The case was argued before the Supreme Court earlier this month. Francis M. Jackson, a veterans’ disability … [Continue reading]
How longevity is influenced by eating habits (From CNN)
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House passes “biggest food safety overhaul in 70 years”
U.S. food safety system is preparing for massive reform. It’s time to loosen up the belt for the holiday season, but are you taking adequate measures to prevent an untimely bout with food poisoning? The House of Representatives just passed … [Continue reading]
Tips for caregivers to combat holiday stress (from CNN)
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Most likely: Supreme Court will have to decide constitutionality of mandatory insurance
The mandatory insurance debate represents an intersection (or a train wreck, depending on how you look at it) between federal powers, Congressional constitutional boundaries, and state interests. At issue is whether Americans can be required to … [Continue reading]
Hospitalized seniors can make great strides with just a few steps
A recent study conducted at the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston suggests that senior citizens who stay mobile in hospitals can decrease the length of their stay. “Using [special step activity] monitors, we were able to see a … [Continue reading]
How expensive will nursing homes be in 2020?
The cost of growing old is a concept Baby Boomers are beginning to wrestle with as they contemplate long term care options for both themselves and their aging parents. But in today’s age of economic uncertainty and rising care costs, more dependent … [Continue reading]
Good cholesterol linked to reduced Alzheimer’s risk
Alzheimer’s disease is the 7th leading cause of death and costs about 172 billion dollars annually.[1] Due to the disease’s debilitating nature, more than 10 million caregivers of individuals with the disease are unpaid family members, friends, or … [Continue reading]
In some States, Medicaid costs are going up, coverage is going down, and lives are being snuffed short
Massachusetts’ Medicaid program enjoyed success, at least initially. Boston (.com) reported that the state’s Medicaid program enrolled about 250,000 new members since mid-2006. What’s more is that the success of Massachusetts Medicaid led to the … [Continue reading]
The Perfect Holiday Caregiver: It’s all a state of mind
The holidays are always a wonderful time of year for family gatherings, reflection on what we have and the spirit of giving. The television is packed with specials showing relationships and families coming together for the holidays.But the … [Continue reading]
Talking parrot provides clues in chilling elder abuse case
A parrot could possess vital clues to a horrific South Carolina case of elder abuse. Suffering from sores that resulted from an extended period of neglect, a 98 year-old woman was found in the home where she was supposed to have been receiving her … [Continue reading]
Does WikiLeaks pose a threat to our best students?
Brandon / FreeDigitalPhotos.net The WikiLeaks fiasco has appropriately gained widespread international media attention and analysis. But some of the effects of the situation reach farther than one might initially presume. For example, did you know … [Continue reading]
Evan Farr quoted by Fox News on healthcare privacy
The WikiLeaks security breach has stirred much conversation...but not just regarding the leaked cables themselves. The entire ordeal is raising numerous questions ranging from national security to constitutional issues.FOX News referenced Evan Farr's … [Continue reading]
CDC recommends flu vaccinations
“Christmas sales are in full swing and flu season is starting to pick up,” emphasized a CNN report yesterday. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone over 6 months get vaccinated. If you get sick, the CDC website is a … [Continue reading]
3 tips to effectively talk to your senior Parents about their driving skills
The family members of seniors may be in the best position to monitor and keep track of the seniors roadway safety. There are more Seniors on the road now than ever. Consumer Reports Health recently pointed out that the number of licensed drivers aged … [Continue reading]
Looking for love may take 3 months or more off lifespan
A Harvard study earlier this year concluded that men who “matured” in a social environment where women were scarce may have a shorter life span of at least three months. The study is published in the August issue of the journal Demography. Read the … [Continue reading]
Easy way to explain (or understand) the cons of Probate
Why Most People Want to Avoid Probate First, it requires frustrating intrusion by the court, lawyers, and the public into a very emotional, private, family time. A judge may have to determine who is a legitimate creditor, and may have to rule on … [Continue reading]
Fire destroys 93 year-old’s proof of military service; now he can’t get benefits
Veteran’s proof of military service burns in fire; VA not willing to make exception A 93 year-old veteran from CA can’t get the benefits he says he is entitled to, even though he was drafted in 1943, and served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. … [Continue reading]
“Seniors and dependent adults are vulnerable in our State”
The National Adult Protective Services Association (NAPSA) has been working with the state-level Adult Protective Service agencies (APS) as part of an ongoing effort to remain up-to-date on the budget issues. The most recent update reported in a … [Continue reading]
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