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Millions Face Healthcare Uncertainty as Republicans Target Medicaid
Republican lawmakers are considering significant cuts to Medicaid funding as part of an effort to curb federal spending, a move that could impact millions of Americans, particularly low-income families, children, seniors, and people with disabilities. Proposals being weighed include stricter…
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AI Chatbot to Assist Older Adults Concerned About Cybercrime
The College of Behavioral and Community Sciences at the University of South Florida has received a grant to develop an AI chatbot to assist older adults concerned about cybercrime. The chatbot will be trained using information on cybersecurity best practices…
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YMCA Offers Holistic Approach to Healthy Aging
Let’s face it, the rearview mirror is getting bigger and the road ahead, well, it’s getting longer. Aging is a fact of life, but how we age is something we can influence. The YMCA of Delaware is stepping up to…
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Trump Administration Reportedly Cuts Thousands of HHS Employees
The Trump administration is reportedly implementing substantial staff reductions within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), impacting key public health agencies. According to an audio recording from a National Institutes of Health (NIH) department meeting obtained by the…
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“Aging in Place” causing schools to close?
“We see a population that’s aging in the homes,” he said. “Typically, we would see houses turn over, but we’re not seeing that.” The recent news of school closures in the North East Independent School District (NEISD) in San Antonio,…
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Medical Device Reviewers Fired at Medicare
Medicare Staff Cuts: A Red Flag for Gen X Retirement Plans? For Generation X, the concept of retirement often involves visions of travel, pursuing hobbies, and maybe even a little less stress. But a recent Bloomberg article has thrown a…
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Spokane, WA Aging in Place Facility
Aging in Place, Elevated: Vineyard Park at South Hill’s Refresh The desire to age in place is a common one, and the ongoing renovations at Vineyard Park at South Hill in Spokane are designed to support just that. Following its…
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The GOP’s Reconciliation Menu: What Does It Mean for Gen X?
The recent unveiling of the Republican Study Committee’s (RSC) proposed budget reconciliation package, dubbed the “menu,” offers a glimpse into the party’s policy priorities for the coming years. This extensive document outlines significant spending cuts and policy changes across various…
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North-Central Connecticut Towns Receive $12.8 Million in Housing Grants
Boosting Affordable Housing in North-Central Connecticut In a significant boost to affordable housing, Governor Ned Lamont recently announced $12.8 million in small cities grants for several north-central Connecticut municipalities. This funding will support crucial renovations and modernization projects for low-…
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Medicaid Cuts Loom: What It Means for Generation X
Healthcare changes are again on the table, with Congress aiming to cut Medicaid funding. A Center for Medicare Rights article details a proposal to achieve these cuts via budget reconciliation. This process allows legislation to pass the Senate with a…
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