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disparities
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Poll results support adding dental coverage to Medicare
Though about 60 million retired and disabled Americans depend upon Medicare for their health care coverage, the federal program has…
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Congress watch: Why Medicare coverage of unmet needs is so vital
Congress returns from its summer recess with a full agenda. It’s probably not high on its to-do list, but many…
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Studies suggest elder abuse in Chinese American communities needs deeper exploration
Not enough is being done to prevent elder abuse in the Chinese American community, according to several recent Rutgers University…
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Decline in complete tooth loss for older adults spurs talk about access to care
More Americans are keeping their natural teeth throughout their lifetimes, federal research tells us. Overall, the rate of U.S. adults…
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Leading medical journal commits to greater diversity. Will others follow?
One of the oldest and most influential medical journals in the world is The Lancet. Based in the UK, the…
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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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Democratic presidential candidates unveil broadband access, telehealth plans for rural America
Last week kicked off the 11-day Iowa State Fair, drawing most of the top Democratic presidential candidates. A regular stop…
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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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Identity-first vs. person-first language is an important distinction
Freelance journalist Cassandra Willyard recently asked me on Twitter about resources on the use of appropriate, respectful language when it…
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Meals on Wheels testing app to keep tabs on homebound elderly
For many homebound elderly, the driver who delivers their weekly meals may be their only human contact all week. These…