In Brief

The Cost of Care

Fact checked by Shannon Sparks   As you plan for aging, make sure to budget for potential caregiving needs. You…

1 year ago

Social Security Income Changes

In January, the 68 million Americans who receive social security payments will notice a change in the amount they receive each…

1 year ago

If Your Loved One Wanders, Don’t Wait to Dial 911

Fact checked by Catherine Gianaro   Has a loud and sudden alert from your phone, announcing an Amber Alert, ever surprised…

2 years ago

Legal Updates

New Aging and Caregiving Laws Fact checked by Catherine Gianaro Nurse Staffing Standards New patient care standards in Medicare- and Medicaid-rated…

2 years ago

Alzheimer’s Poetry Project

Fact checked by Derick Wilder   Chicago poet Gary Glazner founded the Alzheimer’s Poetry Project in 2003 to give people with…

2 years ago

How Does Hearing Impact Fall Risk?

Every year, more than 1 in 4 people over age 65 falls. And a fall can drastically change an older adult’s…

2 years ago

How to Report Medicare Fraud

When my mother received a statement from her insurance company recently, detailing $5,800 for sleep apnea supplies, I checked it…

2 years ago

Rush-CVS Partnership for People on Medicare

Rush University System for Health recently partnered with CVS MinuteClinics to reach more people on Medicare. The collaboration enables people…

3 years ago

Smart Seating

People who use wheelchairs are at high risk for potentially complicated and painful pressure injuries, also called bedsores or pressure…

3 years ago

Same-Day Joint Replacement?

Same-day joint replacement surgeries are increasingly popular. Beyond age, overall medical and fitness levels are also important. “[W]ith the techniques…

3 years ago

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