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Aging
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Older adults have special preparation needs when disaster strikes
Hurricanes. Wildfires. Floods. Blackouts. We all like to think we would know what to do when a disaster or emergency…
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Simple language helps convey health information
As I was scanning posters during last spring’s American Society on Aging’s conference, I spotted one presentation that stopped me…
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Elder abuse commonly committed by relatives, study indicates
Relatives, not strangers, may be the people most likely to take advantage of older adults, according to a new study…
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Applications accepted for 2019 AHCJ-CDC Health Journalism Fellowship
The Association of Health Care Journalists is accepting applications for the 2019 AHCJ-CDC Health Journalism Fellowships. AHCJ has teamed up…
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Report highlights need to boost LTSS direct care workforce
Some states are considering social insurance programs to help offset the cost of long-term services and supports (LTSS) care for…
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Comprehensive approach addresses needs of one city’s poorest seniors
Millions of older adults struggle to make ends meet. They’re often faced with nearly impossible choices — food or medication;…
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New blood test shows promise in predicting Alzheimer’s disease
You may have read reports about a new blood test to detect early brain changes that can flag common markers…
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Deciphering contracts: Webcast to cover journalists’ rights, negotiations, insurance and more
Few moments are more gratifying to a freelancer than a new contract landing in our inbox. Contracts solidify the hard…
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Vitamin K deficiency linked to risk of mobility loss in older adults
Here’s another reason to eat your broccoli: It’s a great source of Vitamin K that may help decrease the risk…
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Should a presidential candidate’s age matter?
If you’ve been watching the Democratic debates (and even if you haven’t), you know several candidates running for president in…