Four ICD-10 Fears, Decoded

(MedPage Today) -- It's time to separate truth from fiction and fact from baseless fear.

Short Week in D.C. Produces Medicaid Changes, 'Cures' Bill Progress, and FDA Action

(MedPage Today) -- Medicaid gets overdue makeover; House makes cuts to 21st Century Cures bill.

Happier Patients, Ban Bad Reviews: Healthcare Career Insights

(MedPage Today) -- Must-reads about the latest news and trends in healthcare careers

Real Prevention Takes a Village and Then Some

(MedPage Today) -- But community intervention needs to be proven cost-effective

Cost Challenges: Hepatitis C

(MedPage Today) -- 10 days, 10 questions: Day 9 -- "How can patients and insurers afford the new agents?"

Diabetes-Specific Health Plan Boosts Medication Adherence (CME/CE)

(MedPage Today) -- But benefits were modest at 1-year follow-up.

Morning Break: Tattoo Trauma, Beer at Bedside, Ugly Food

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

Poverty-Linked Heart Risks High for Poor Black Women

(MedPage Today) -- Low-income blacks under 50 also had a high risk of heart problems

Patients Resist 'Less Is More,' a MedPage Today Survey

(MedPage Today) -- Physicians limiting "low-value" tests find patients need extra explanation

OncoBreak: Squeeze on Research $$$, Still So Many Die, Immunity Unleashed

(MedPage Today) -- News, features, and commentary about issues related to cancer.

Morning Break: Magic Mushrooms and LSD; Nipple Where?!

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

White Matter Damage in Brain May Help Spot Early Alzheimer's

Title: White Matter Damage in Brain May Help Spot Early Alzheimer's
Category: Health News
Created: 5/27/2015 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 5/27/2015 12:00:00 AM

FDA Okays Two Drugs for Irritable Bowel Syndrome

(MedPage Today) -- Both treat IBS accompanied by diarrhea

Medicaid Plans Get New Quality and Performance Measures

(MedPage Today) -- But proposed adoption of medical loss ratio proves controversial

'Less Is More' Deepens Focus on Informed Consent

(MedPage Today) -- Both doctors and patients need to be better educated about consent

New Agents: Hepatitis C

(MedPage Today) -- 10 days, 10 questions: Day 7 -- "DAAS in the Pipeline: Whats coming?"

Air Purifiers Help Lungs and Heart (CME/CE)

(MedPage Today) -- Intervention study also shows reductions in blood pressure, inflammatory biomarkers.

Morning Break: Herpes as Melanoma Tx; Vaccine to Lower Blood Pressure

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

Pelzman's Picks: Too Shy to Screen-Share With Patients?

(MedPage Today) -- Healthcare metrics, physician pay, and more.

Slow Medicine: The Tragic Paradox of Colon CA Screening

(MedPage Today) -- Some patients receive too much screening, others not enough.

Morning Break: NPs Step It Up; Real-Life Animorphs

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

CardioBuzz: Is India Ready for Big Data?

(MedPage Today) -- ACC quality improvement registry program feasible there, handwritten records and all.

Internal Medicine/ACP Serve as Medicine's Conscience

(MedPage Today) -- The ACP's Bob Doherty speaks about the organization's new public policy initiatives.

Docs 'Missing the Mark' on Shared Medical Decisions

(MedPage Today) -- Nearly 90% of patients prefer to make their own decision about surgery.

5 Things Atul Gawande Learned on Returning to McAllen, Texas

(MedPage Today) -- The writer for the New Yorker was greeted with an entirely new healthcare system.

D.C. Week: House Committee Advances 21st Century Cures Bill

(MedPage Today) -- House Committee approves bill to speed drug development, Senate looks at hospital observation stays.

Good Stress, How Old Is Your Job: Healthcare Career Insights

(MedPage Today) -- Must-reads about the latest news and trends in healthcare careers

Senate Committee Mulls Medicare Hospital Observation Stays

(MedPage Today) -- Fixing problems could have unintended consequences, experts said.

Paralyzed Patient Controls Robotic Arm With Thoughts (CME/CE)

(MedPage Today) -- Patient uses neural implant that taps into intention to control external devices.

Morning Break: Secret to Success? Stop Smoking; Undoing Science's Biggest Fraud

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

10 Questions: Theodore A. Bass, MD

(MedPage Today) -- 'There has to be a way of making healthcare more efficient.'

A New Generation of Innovators

(MedPage Today) -- David Nash, MD, MBA, spotlights one medical student who is already an innovator.

Better Healthcare by the Metrics?

(MedPage Today) -- Fred N. Pelzman, MD, wonders whether "core metrics" can really help fix the healthcare system.

Active Surveillance for Prostate Ca Catching On (CME/CE)

(MedPage Today) -- More than 70% of men chose surveillance as initial strategy.

Overdiagnosis? My Doctor Never Mentioned It, Patients Say (CME/CE)

(MedPage Today) -- Only 10% of survey respondents recalled hearing their physician explain the concept.

Alzheimer's-Linked Brain Plaques May Arise Decades Before Symptoms

Title: Alzheimer's-Linked Brain Plaques May Arise Decades Before Symptoms
Category: Health News
Created: 5/19/2015 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 5/20/2015 12:00:00 AM

When to Treat: Hepatitis C

(MedPage Today) -- 10 days, 10 questions: Day 3 -- Should all patients be treated as soon as possible?

Andara ~ Independence & Freedom

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Could Trans-Pacific Partnership Place Drugs Out of Reach?

(MedPage Today) -- The agreement could raise prices, endanger public health, says Doctors Without Borders.

GastroBreak: Onsite at DDW, Harvoni Lawsuit

(MedPage Today) -- The latest news and research in gastroenterology.

Morning Break: I Think Therefore I Move -- Bionic Legs

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

A Gene for all Seasons: Rheumatology Network and ConsultantLive

(MedPage Today) -- Also, how to break up with a patient.

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How Hospitals Nab High Ratings: HealthLeaders Media

(MedPage Today) -- Also, clinical registry shortcomings and unscheduled care.

Populations at Risk: Hepatitis C

(MedPage Today) -- 10 days, 10 questions: Day 1 -- Who is at risk and how can they be reached?

Robotic Prostatectomy: Volume, Complications, Disincentives (CME/CE)

(MedPage Today) -- Study links complications to falling volume, payment system

Morning Break: CDC Says Death Like Politics Is Local; Is the ACP the Conscience of Medicine?

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

Airborne Hydrocarbons: Liver Cancer Cause?

(MedPage Today) -- Organic air pollutants tied to hepatocellular carcinoma incidence in Texas.

FDA Panel Calls Current Duodenoscopes Unsafe

(MedPage Today) -- Asked if the devices were reasonably safe and effective, every member answered "no."

D.C. Week: FDA Proposes New Blood Donation Rules for Gay Men

(MedPage Today) -- FDA lifts ban for men who have sex with men, with caveat.

Overactive Bladder Treatment Linked to Decreased Fall Risk for Older Adults

NEW ORLEANS, May 16, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Treatment for Overactive Bladder (OAB) may leader to fewer falls among older adults, according to a new study presented during the 110th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Urological Association (AUA). Tomas Griebling, MD, MPH,...

Assessment of Frailty Helps Doctors and Patients Plan Better for Surgery

NEW ORLEANS, May 16, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Physicians are often confronted with having to judge their older patients' ability to withstand the physical stress of surgery, as well as weigh the benefit of a procedure against a patient's perceived health. Age alone is not the sole...

Miramichi gets new 240-bed nursing home

A new nursing home will be built in Miramichi to replace two aging facilities, resulting in a net gain of 26 new nursing home beds. It will replace the Mount St. Joseph Nursing Home and the Miramichi Senior Citizens Home.

PodMed: A Medical News Roundup From Johns Hopkins (with audio)

(MedPage Today) -- This week's topics include measles vaccination benefits, smoking cessation incentives, the dangers of different testosterone delivery methods, and sonography for upper extremity DVT.

Abbott government faces legal damages over Middle Head U-turn

The site of the proposed Middle Head development to be built on the prized headland at Mosman overlooking Sydney Harbour. The developers of an aged care home at Middle Head that was scuttled seven months after receiving approval to build will sue the Abbott government.

Nonbenzodiazepine Hypnotics and Their Association With Fall Risk and Fractures in the Elderly

ABSTRACT: Fall risk in the elderly is a significant concern when considering treatment for insomnia. Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries among adults aged 65 years.

Healthcare Exec to CMS: Stop Micromanaging Quality

(MedPage Today) -- Having fewer quality metrics for plans to meet would work better.

Benjamin Rose will train artists ages 50-plus to engage Cleveland senior citizens in arts activities

Eunice Ellis, 84, grips a slim paintbrush between her fingers and gently dips it into small pots of green, yellow and orange paint. She is doing her best to re-create on white paper the yellow daffodils that are in front of her in a small glass vase.

CDC: Progress, Obstacles in Fight Against Foodborne Illness

(MedPage Today) -- Overall rates remain unchanged since 2008, government review finds.

77-Year-Old Makes Good On Earning College Degree from Ashford University

CHICAGO, May 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Eileen Doyle, 77, joined cyberspace classmates from across the country to participate in Ashford University's traditional commencement ceremony on May 3. Distinguished as the most senior graduate, she donned iconic academic regalia, marched to...

Morning Break: Guarding Family Jewels, Migraine in Teens, Birds Go Viral

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

Real-World Data Presented at American Geriatrics Society Meeting Show Consistent Safety of XARELTO® in Elderly Patients

NATIONAL HARBOR, Md., May 15, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- New data from an ongoing post-marketing study evaluating the safety of once-daily XARELTO® (rivaroxaban) in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF) were presented at the American Geriatrics Society 2015 Annual...

Psychiatric drugs kill 500,000 elderly people in the West annually

Most antidepressants and dementia drugs cause more harm than good to patients, research director at Denmark's Nordic Cochrane Centre, Professor Peter Gotzsche said for the British Medical Journal. Peter Gotzsche said that psychiatric drugs kill patients almost every year while causing few positive effects .

'Medical Marijuana' Pill Falls Short in Dementia Study

Title: 'Medical Marijuana' Pill Falls Short in Dementia Study
Category: Health News
Created: 5/13/2015 12:00:00 AM
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT! Complete Hospice Care

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Once upon a time a small group of unhappy hospice nurses and a disgruntled human resource manager got together over wings and fries to plan an escape form their frustrations in the hospice industry. They wondered if all the things they thought would work well would actually work well. They threw caution to the wind, and lo and behold, most of it not only worked well, but exceedingly well. Complete Hospice Care is absolutely and without compromise about taking care of patients and families. We’re also about taking care of each other. Really, who wants a tired cranky nurse to come into their home anyway?

Complete Hospice Care prides itself at “B” ing everything you need it to be!

Be great. Be great at whatever you are. Be a great nurse, a great social worker, C.N.A. etc., etc. Complete Hospice is excellent because our people are excellent. Mostly those of us that sit behind a desk stand back, get out of the way, and let people be wonderful. They always are.

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Appeal to find conman who stole elderly Ealing couple's life savings

DETECTIVES in Ealing have released an image of a man they want to question about a scam that cost an elderly couple their life savings. On Friday, April 24, at approx 10am, the couple, in their 80s who both suffer from dementia, received a knock at their door in Ealing from two men purporting to be from their bank.

Op-Ed: An American Obligation to Public Health and the NIH

(MedPage Today) -- Three CEOs of major medical groups call for more support for NIH.

Daughter looking after elderly mother's assets blew almost half...

A judge at the Court of Protection told the woman she should no longer be in control of the affairs of her mother, who suffers from dementia and lives in Aldershot A slip of the tongue by a presenter on ITV's Good Morning Britain while broadcasting in Aldershot caused a stir. WARNING: CONTAINS LANGUAGE SOME MAY FIND OFFENSIVE A judge at the Court of Protection told the woman she should no longer be in control of the affairs of her mother, who suffers from dementia and lives in Aldershot The daughter of an Aldershot dementia sufferer has been stripped of control over her mother's assets after spending more than A 450,000 of her money.

AdCare Health Systems Reports First Quarter Results

ATLANTA, May 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- AdCare Health Systems, Inc. (NYSE MKT: ADK) (NYSE MKT: ADK.PRA) a recognized provider of senior living and healthcare facility management, today reported results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2015. The company also provided an update...

Current Mega Millions and Powerball Jackpots Total $269 Million

MIDDLETOWN, Pa., May 14, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Multi-state game jackpots offering a combined total of $269 million on Friday and Saturday nights are generating excitement for Pennsylvania Lottery players. Drawn Friday night, the Mega Millions® jackpot offers an...

Crowd-Sourcing Healthcare Costs

(MedPage Today) -- MedPage Today and Clearhealthcosts.com launch transparency project.

Missing Elderly Woman Found Dead in Somerset County

Franklin Township Police officers located Cupo in the parking lot of a local shopping mall, located at 940 Easton Ave., the report said. The 78-year-old woman was pronounced dead by responding paramedics shortly at 5 p.m., according to the report.

Salus Homecare Announces New Joint Commission Accredited Hospice Program

IRVINE, Calif., May 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- In their ongoing effort to improve quality of life for residents of Orange County and the greater Los Angeles and San Diego areas, Salus Homecare is proud to announce the addition of Salus Hospice, a nationally accredited program that...

GRAND OPENING Gardens of Ocotillo Senior Living in Chandler

Gardens at Ocotillo Senior Living Welcomes New Residents!

New community meets demand for Arizona’s growing senior population
(CHANDLER, Ariz.) May 11, 2015 – Chandler’s newest senior living community,
Gardens at Ocotillo Senior Living http://www.gardensatocotilloseniorliving.com/ , will welcome its first residents starting May 11.

Located at 1601 West Queen Creek Road, the 135,000-square-foot community will
soon be home to 150 residents, adding quality living options for the state’s
fast-growing population of residents 65 and older. Apartments range from studio
suites to two-bedroom, two-bath, 1,200-square-foot apartments.

The community is developed and managed by Denver-based Spectrum Retirement
Communities, LLC http://www.spectrumretirement.com/ , ranked among the top
senior living companies in the country. Gardens at Ocotillo is Spectrum’s third
community in Arizona.

“We are proud to invite new residents and their families to come home to the
beautiful, safe and supportive environment at Gardens at Ocotillo,” said Jeff
Kraus, Spectrum’s Managing Director. “Each element of our programs has been
designed to strengthen health in every possible manner.”

Gardens at Ocotillo offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care
residences that cater to the needs of individuals, including those with
Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. The community also features a Transitional
Memory Care program, unique to Spectrum, which offers seniors with mild
cognitive impairment an option to remain in their assisted living apartments
while receiving additional support and structure.

Denver-based Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC, owns, operates and develops
senior living communities throughout the U.S. and is considered a leader and
innovator in senior living. Now in its tenth year of operations, Spectrum is
ranked in the top five senior living companies for excellence by its peers and
among the top 50 largest senior housing operators in the country.
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Home Instead Senior Care ~ 5 Questions to Ask Before Getting a Senior a Pet

Ongoing research seeks to pinpoint the therapeutic benefits of pet ownership (such as reduced blood pressure), but we don’t really need science to tell us about the many ways pets can enhance our lives. They offer a furry shoulder to cry on and unconditional love. They offer amusement and loyal companionship. No wonder over 66 million American and 7.5 million Canadian households own a pet.

Pet ownership can hold real benefits for seniors, too. As Sandra shared in the online Remember for Alzheimer’s Facebook community: “My husband is in advanced Alzheimer's. We have a cocker spaniel, six years old, who we have had since she was eight weeks old. My hubby loves this dog to no end. Sadly he cannot remember her name now, but he is still her best friend. They sit in the same recliner all day long.”

Pets may also provide comfort to caregivers, as Mona described:

“My mom has Alzheimer’s, end stages. She stays at home and my dad, myself and a couple of others take care of her. My dad got a dog in November, and loves him so much. He treats him like his son. His dog Archie loves my dad and helps my dad not to be lonely, when I'm not there.”

Of course, pet ownership may not be appropriate for every senior. Here are five questions to consider before bringing a pet into your loved one’s life.

1. Is anyone allergic?

It’s hard to enjoy a pet if it makes you sneeze, break out in a skin rash or suffer an asthma attack. That’s why it’s important to rule out any medical reasons for not getting a pet.

First make sure your loved one has no allergies to pet dander. Next, poll everyone who provides care for your loved one to see if they have pet allergy issues. If anyone is allergic, then you should probably avoid getting a pet. Despite the popular term “hypoallergenic pet,” you need to realize that technically there is no such thing as an allergy-free animal.

2. Who will care for Fido?

Caring for a pet can provide a senior loved one with a real sense of purpose. No longer is your family member only a care-receiver; now he or she can be a care-giver, too.

But not all seniors may be able to take care of a pet on a daily basis. Be sure to take into account their ability to meet its needs—now and in the future. Will your loved one remember to feed and water the animal? Will he or she be able to walk the dog twice a day?

If physical or cognitive decline renders your senior family member unable to care for the pet, who will step in to help? If you think you eventually may need to remove the pet from the home, realize it can be an emotionally wrenching experience for both your family member and the animal.

3. What breed makes the best couch potato?

Companionship represents one of the greatest benefits of pets for seniors. Simply having a warm body to hug, stroke and love can keep a senior calm and congenial.

For this reason, you probably want to avoid getting a high-strung or high-energy dog or cat. Instead, opt for animals that exhibit an easygoing temperament. Some dog breeds, such as golden retrievers, are known for their laid-back nature. And sedate, elderly cats can be hard for shelters to adopt out, creating a win for both your loved one and the kitty. Consider choosing an animal that will be happy to sit quietly and snuggle with your loved one for hours on end.

4. Are you a cuddler?

Golden retrievers may be couch potatoes, but they’re not lap dogs. If your senior family member wants a pet that can be held and cuddled, be sure to get one of an appropriate size. And if bathing and grooming the pet won’t be an issue for you or your loved one, you might consider choosing a breed with longer, silkier hair. These animals can be a delight to touch and hug.

5. Who will choose the new pet?

It can be hard to cope with the loss of physical function or the cognitive decline that often accompany aging. Seniors often report feeling depressed when they become dependent on others for their care. Having a pet to take care of can help a senior feel needed again.

To start that journey to restored purpose, let your family member choose the pet instead of surprising them with a dog or cat as a gift. Allowing your loved one to pick out the new pet confers a sense of control and decision-making power they may be lacking in other areas of their life.

Take a trip to the shelter together and let your senior relative meet a selection of animals to see how they interact. If you’re concerned about your loved one’s decision-making ability, call the shelter ahead of time and tell them what types of pets you’re looking for. That way, your family member will interact with a pre-screened group that meets your criteria.

A furry family member can be a valuable part of your caregiving team. They offer boundless, unconditional love, lend a non-judgmental ear when you need to vent and can provide an amusing distraction with their antics.

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OncoBreak: Selfie as Cancer Warning, Screening Debate, Cancer 'War"

(MedPage Today) -- News, features, and commentary about cancer-related issues.

InnovAge And Susan Sarandon Launch Campaign To Create Awareness Of Resources To Help Seniors Age In Their Communities

DENVER, May 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Senior care provider InnovAge and Academy Award winner Susan Sarandon today launched the "Aging in Place" campaign, which educates seniors and caregivers about the resources available to help aging adults live as long as possible in their homes...

Morning Break: Congress Moves Late Abortion Ban, DARPA $$ for Needle-Free Blood Draw

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

Imperial Holdings, Inc. Announces Intent to Conduct Rights Offering

BOCA RATON, Fla., May 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Imperial Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: IFT) ("Imperial" or the "Company") announced today that it intends to conduct a rights offering (the "Rights Offering") to issue up to 5,350,747 shares for a total of approximately $30,700,000. Pursuant to...

Non Emergency Patient Transportation Paradise Valley, AZ Dial (800) 615-7398

Do have a liked one who is restricted to a wheelchair or bound in a stretcher? You need Non-Emergency Medical Transportation services to help you get in touch with the service supplier away from your house if so. The intro of the program is to assist those who do not have the ability to make use of any form of transportation in case they need medical attention.

However, many of the patients targeted by the program are those who need transportation services from their homes to medical facility or from health center to home. Essentially, this consists of those who might be handicapped or require close evaluations by a medical attendant.

Furthermore, older, disabled or those prescribed by physicians; regardless of their conditions they still need access to medical care. Distinctly, a few of the patients are often restricted to a wheelchair, bound a stretcher, but require medical interest, thankfully, with Paradise Valley Non-Emergency Transportation they can reach their service supplier at ease.

Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Paradise Valley, AZ is a brand-new service that focuseds on seeing to it every patient gets the right to medication. The program enables clients to get their covered medical services far from their homes, whether your company is 3rd or regional celebration, you get the full medical advantages. With the transport plans you arrive to health facility safe to be gone to by your regular medical team.

Caliber Patient Transport is flexible as it can adopt the public ways of transport or choose to use a taxi, bus, ambulance, or sometimes make use of the plane to transportation patients to the respective health provider. The non-emergency transport services are usually contracted out from the specialists, making arrangements with the Government agencies to supply the service. The professionals will certainly operate under the acts and legislations of the Non-Emergency Patient Transportation.

Truly,Non-emergency medical transportation is important for those confined in a wheelchair or bound in a stretcher. Ambulance service is a not a necessity for those in conditions which can not access mass transit.

Whenever you are confined in a wheelchair or bound by a stretcher you require urgent treatment and any type of transportation is restricted and not advised. Fortunately, with the high quality Non-emergency transportation services Caliber provides, you can reach your medical facility in time and back house safely.

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General Assembly Passes Bill To Support Family Caregivers

SPRINGFIELD, Ill., May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ – Today, the Illinois General Assembly unanimously passed Senate Bill 1298 – the CARE (Caregiver Advise, Record, Enable) Act - and, in doing so, took a major step toward helping to ensure that family caregivers in...

Prenatal Pesticide Exposure Tied to Kids' Weight Gain (CME/CE)

(MedPage Today) -- Researchers examined effects of multiple endocrine-disrupting chemicals.

Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition (SCPC): Revised 21st Century Cures Part D "Lock-In" Language "A Significant Step in Right Direction" for LTC Pharmacy Patients, Providers

WASHINGTON, May 13, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The following is a statement from Alan G. Rosenbloom, President of the Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition (SCPC), commenting on newly revised language in the 21st Century Cures draft legislation as it pertains to programs to prevent...

FDA: Smokeless Tobacco Warning Stays

(MedPage Today) -- Petition denied for a "less harmful" message on packaging.

Morning Break: Cuba's Lung Cancer Vaccine, Skin Cancer Selfie Goes Viral

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

King v. Burwell: What Color Is Obamacare?s Parachute?

(MedPage Today) -- A plaintiff win may be unlikely but would send ACA supporters scrambling, experts say.

Profile America for May 12: The graying of America

Tuesday, May 12th. As Americans live longer, the problems of financing their retirement and paying their medical bills continue to influence public policies.

The Problem With Free Care: Physicians Practice

(MedPage Today) -- Also, are female docs more optimistic?

Dr. Michael Simon Receives Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Foundation McDevitt Excellence in Research Award for Physicians

DETROIT, May 12, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Michael Simon, M.D., MPH, leader of the Breast Cancer Multidisciplinary Team and co-leader of the Population Studies and Disparities Research Program at the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, recently received the 2015 Blue Cross Blue...

Pelzman's Picks: Medical Avalanche; When Cost-Sharing Backfires

(MedPage Today) -- Also: parallel trading and drug shortages; getting people out of the ER.

Living Well With Osteoarthritis

NYACK, N.Y., May 12, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- If your joints feel achy after physical work or exercise, or if you feel joint stiffness when you first wake up or have been in the same position for a long time, you may have osteoarthritis. An estimated 27 million Americans are living...

From 'live and let live' to 'the natural order' - Elderly...

WATCH: From 'live and let live' to 'the natural order' - Elderly people have their say on the marriage equality referendum With less than two weeks until Ireland votes on whether to add marriage equality to the Irish Constitution, polls seem to be solidly behind a Yes vote. The most recent Sunday Independent/Millward Brown poll showed 66pc of people are in favour of same-sex marriage, 21pc against and the remainder undecided.

Obama Administration Clarifies Birth Control Mandate

(MedPage Today) -- All 18 forms of contraception must be covered free of charge.

PCMA Launches New Medicare Ad Campaign: 'We Love Our Preferred Pharmacy Plan: Don't Let Special Interests Take It Away'

WASHINGTON, May 12, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) today released a new ad campaign – "We Love our Preferred Pharmacy Plan" – highlighting the popularity and convenience of lower cost preferred pharmacy plans in...

Morning Break: Typhoid Worries, Killer Medicaid, Preg Tests in Bars

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

Al aire nuevos PSA como parte de la Campaña de Asistencia al Cuidador de Ad Council y AARP con apoyo de la NAB, la RAB y la OAAA este Día de la Madre y Día del Padre

WASHINGTON, 12 de mayo de 2015 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ -- En un esfuerzo para apoyar a los 42.1 millones de personas a cargo del cuidado de otros en EE.UU. que atienden a sus padres y otros seres queridos, AARP y Ad Council revelan una nueva serie de anuncios de servicio...

Goodwill® Joins Top U.S. Corporations To Upskill The American Workforce

ROCKVILLE, Md., May 12, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- There are millions of job openings in the United States, but companies report having difficulties finding workers with the right skills, training and credentials to fill them. The inability to find a talented pool of workers with the...

Man falls for RM10 bait, loses RM60,000 instead

The incident is reported to have taken place at around 1pm on May 6 the basement carpark of a shopping complex at SS16 in Subang Jaya. It was reported that the 35-year-old victim had withdrawn cash for the salary of his workers.

U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for May 12

WASHINGTON, May 12, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Following is the daily "Profile America" feature from the U.S. Census Bureau: HONORING ELDERS Profile America — Tuesday, May 12th. As Americans live longer, the problems of financing their retirement and paying their...

Healthcare Jobs Take Off: HealthLeaders Media

(MedPage Today) -- Also, how antiquated billing practices are alienating healthcare consumers.

Liberia Declared Free of Ebola

(MedPage Today) -- But WHO cautions against complacency since neighboring countries are still reporting cases.

S Korea sees elderly crime surge

Figures released by the police on Sunday show that violent crime committed by Koreans aged 65 and above soared by almost 40% between 2011 and 2013, the Korea Times reports . While the elderly population in South Korea is known to be growing, overall crime rates among senior citizens are rising at an even faster pace - up by 12% compared to a elderly population increase of 9.6% over the same period.

Jackpot-Winning Cash 5 Tickets Sold in Centre County, Pittsburgh

MIDDLETOWN, Pa., May 11, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Two jackpot-winning Cash 5 tickets worth a total of $575,000 were sold in Centre County and Pittsburgh. For the Friday, May 8, Cash 5 drawing, one jackpot-winning ticket worth $450,000 was sold at Rite Aid, 821 E. Bishop St.,...

Morning Break: Fixing ACA Complaints, Doc Takes Fall for CIA

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

Summit Explores Disruptive Innovations in Healthcare for Aging Americans

ROCHESTER, N.Y., May 11, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Recent technological, legal, and clinical developments are leading to dramatic changes in the ways medical care is delivered. While this shift has the power to displace many well-established healthcare players, it also presents an...

PA Lottery Powerball Ticket Worth $1 Million Sold in Blair County

MIDDLETOWN, Pa., May 11, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- One Powerball® ticket worth $1 million was sold in Hollidaysburg, Blair County, for the Saturday, May 9, drawing. The winning ticket sold at Sheetz, 1100 Blair St., Hollidaysburg, correctly matched all five white balls,...

Dear Abby: National phone registry reduces unwanted calls

DEAR ABBY: Many years ago, you published a "Do Not Call" number for unsolicited phone calls. It worked great for a long time.

Yuma woman dies after being rescued from fire by husband

YUMA, Ariz. - Yuma fire officials say an elderly woman with Alzheimer's disease died after her husband carried her out of their burning home despite his own frailty.

State Regulations Expand Telemed Reimbursement

(MedPage Today) -- 24 states require telemedicine services be paid same rate as in-person services.

Senior citizens get Mother's Day treat

Update: 12:43PM RESIDENTS of Golden Age Home in Lautoka were treated to a Mothers Day morning tea today by members of Soroptimist International.

It pays all of us to keep senior citizens healthy

The Dispatch welcomes letters to the editor from readers. Typed letters of 200 words or fewer are preferred; all might be edited.

Abandoned Painkiller Makes a Comeback

(MedPage Today) -- Here's how the FDA let a widely abused opioid back on the market.

BCSO needs help locating a missing elderly man, suffers from dementia

Kenneth Milton Lee, is a white male stands at 5'08" tall, weighs 180 lbs, with brown hair and blue eyes. Lee was last seen wearing a blue and cream checkered button up shirt, blue jeans with cargo pockets, and white tennis shoes.

Ben Carson Defends Likening Obama To A Psychopath

Ben Carson may think he knows what a psychopath looks like, but apparently he hasn't looked in a mirror lately. Republican White House candidate Ben Carson on Friday stood by his remark that President Obama is a "psychopath," saying the president displays the associated personality traits.

Acclaim Home Care recognizes Older Americans Month

May is 2015 Older Americans Month. The theme this year is Get Into the Act. Celebrated every May since 1963 by communities and organizations across the country, Older Americans Month recognizes and applauds the vibrant lives, legacies and ongoing contributions of older Americans.

D.C. Week: CMS Touts ACOs, Docs Need Addiction Training

(MedPage Today) -- CMS gleaned big savings from Pioneer accountable care organizations.

Obese, smokers and elderly more likely to be turned down for surgery

Obese people, smokers and the frail elderly are increasingly being turned away from surgery because the risks outweigh the benefits for them, surgeons say. There is also a growing feeling that people whose lives are coming to an end would be better off skipping major operations that could cause them more harm than good.

Matthew T. Mangino: Aging prisoners: An American crisis

America's prisons are facing a growing crisis. The number of elderly and infirm inmates are on the rise, as are related prison healthcare cost.

No country for old doctors: Growing number of senior citizen MDs...

Tips on what to do if you encounter bears, coyotes or cougars on the streets or on a hike or even a bike The house offered in the 2015 Pacific National Exhibition Prize Home Lottery is a 3,080-square-foot contemporary home that was inspired by the lake views of Naramata, in B.C.'s wine country, where it will be relocated after the Fair. The home features three bedrooms, expansive windows, top of the line finishes, home automation and a living green roof.

Disgraced Marlborough solicitor fails to win cut in jail term

A disgraced solicitor who cheated his elderly mother out of money needed to fund her care deserves every day of his two-year prison sentence, top judges have ruled. Nicholas Charles Cockcroft, 59, of Crofton, near Marlborough, was jailed at Swindon Crown Court in February after being convicted of fraud.

Trader 'preyed on the elderly'

Congratulations, you're now registered! Let us know what news and updates you want to hear about and we'll send them straight to your inbox. A ROGUE trader who preyed on vulnerable Wiganers writing wills that were "not fit for purpose" may face a jail term.

Beat Bad Reviews, Happiest Docs: Healthcare Career Insights

(MedPage Today) -- Must-reads about the latest news and trends in healthcare careers.

REVISED -- U.S. Census Bureau: Older Americans Month: May 2015

WASHINGTON, May 8, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A meeting with the National Council of Senior Citizens resulted in President John F. Kennedy designating May 1963 as Senior Citizens Month, encouraging the nation to pay tribute to older people across the country. In 1980, President Jimmy...

Elderly couple die on same day in same hospital 72 years after marrying as teenage sweethearts

Joan and Walter Moss were utterly dedicated to each other during their seven decades together - having two children and becoming proud grandparents A pair of teenage sweethearts have died on same day, in the same hospital after spending more than SEVENTY years together. Joan and Walter Moss were married as teenage sweethearts and were utterly dedicated to each other during seven decades together.

Food Companies Dodge Real Reforms in Marketing to Kids (CME/CE)

(MedPage Today) -- Number of ads goes down, but firms still hawk mostly empty calories.

Home Health Leaders Seek Program Integrity Reform and Quality Initiatives to Protect Most Vulnerable Seniors

WASHINGTON, May 8, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Following a recent New York Times article, "With Sickest Patients, Cost Sharing Comes at a Price," home health leaders with the Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare underscored the need to protect vulnerable American seniors from the...

Morning Break: Post-Ebola Syndrome, Blame Parents, Potent Measles Vax

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

Americans Lack Confidence in Society's Ability to Handle an Aging Population

NEW YORK, May 8, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- It comes as no surprise that as medical advancements continue, life expectancy improves. But what does that mean for America's economic and health care infrastructures? And how do Americans feel about the likelihood of a larger elderly population than...

Second mistrial declared in sex assault case of nursing home worker

For a second time in less than a year, a U.S. Secret Service agent's testimony caused a mistrial in the sexual assault case of a Woodstock man accused of inappropriately touching a 93-year-old woman whom he cared for in 2011 in a Crystal Lake nursing home. The mention of a polygraph machine during testimony by agent Aaron Glass led to the mistrial being declared in the case of Angelo Bird, 26. McHenry County Judge Michael Feetterer had issued a pretrial ruling that references to polygraph testing would not be allowed in the trial.

Stroke Rounds: Stroke Center Tx Ups Brain Bleed Survival (CME/CE)

(MedPage Today) -- Greatest drop in mortality was for subarachnoid hemorrhage.

Maggie Cope is among numerous members of the elderly community angered at the seats' removal

ST HELENS Council has underlined that the decision to remove the seating area in the Hardshaw Centre is outside of its control. The Star reported last week how the axing of benches in the shopping centre had led outburst of complaints, especially among the elderly community.

U.S. Census Bureau Facts for Features: Older Americans Month: May 2015

WASHINGTON, May 7, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A meeting with the National Council of Senior Citizens resulted in President John F. Kennedy designating May 1963 as Senior Citizens Month, encouraging the nation to pay tribute to older people across the country. In 1980, President...

Medication Reconciliation? Pass the Aspirin

(MedPage Today) -- Fred N. Pelzman illustrates the headache of reconciling medication lists.

Brookdale Announces First Quarter 2015 Results

NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 7, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (NYSE: BKD) ("Brookdale" or the "Company") today reported financial and operating results for the first quarter of 2015. Highlights included: Cash From Facility Operations ("CFFO") of $0.63 per share for the...

Long grass sparks fire concerns for senior citizens

Jeanie Hensley has been living at the Fairway Oaks Mobile Home Park, a community made up of mostly senior citizens, for a year. She has growing concerns over the grass near her house.

EHRs: Almost Efficient, and That's Progress

(MedPage Today) -- U.S. Health IT coordinator tells Senate committee better (if not best) is still to come.

Plaza Jewish Community Chapel Announces Second Grant Award of 2015

NEW YORK, May 7, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Plaza Jewish Community Chapel, Inc. has awarded a grant to the Westchester End-of-Life Coalition to support Can We Talk?, an educational program for Jewish congregational leaders in Westchester County to promote conversations about advance...

New Database Aims to Ease Disclosure Process

(MedPage Today) -- The Convey database is expected to start up later this year.

Flushing House Director of Resident Services Sandra Allen-Simms To Receive Leading Age New York 2015 Professional Of The Year Award

FLUSHING, N.Y., May 7, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Sandra Allen-Simms, Director of Resident Services of Flushing House, will receive the "2015 Professional Of The Year Award," at the Leading Age New York annual conference in Saratoga Springs, NY. The Award Luncheon takes...

In '5 Flights Up,' Keaton and Freeman Play an Elderly Couple in Gentrifying Brooklyn

Slight because nothing dramatic, traumatic or consequential ever happens, but ingratiating because it stars two very far from ordinary people-Diane Keaton and Morgan Freeman. That's worth the price of any admission, any time, anywhere.

Morning Break: FDA Faces Free-Speech Concerns, EMA Bans COI

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

Platinum Select Nursing (PSN) Offers Exceptional In-Nursing and Long-Term Care Services

BOCA RATON, Fla., May 7, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Platinum Select Nursing (PSN) offers remarkable in-home nursing and long-term care services with over 200 caregivers in the South Florida area. Platinum Select Nursing is a licensed Home Care Agency providing care to seniors that choose to...

Missouri House endorses higher caps for some to get Medicaid

A proposal that would expand Missouri's Medicaid rolls by increasing the amount of assets elderly and disabled people can have and still qualify for the program is heading back to the Missouri Senate. The Missouri House on Wednesday voted 136-8 for a measure that would increase the limit set in 1968.

Ground-breaking trial in Dorset will help elderly live well at home

BREAKING trial exploring how technology can be used to support older people to live well in their own homes is set to take place in Dorset this summer. Dorset County Council has joined forces with Dorset-based Nourish Care and European researchers to explore the use of new technologies in care management for vulnerable people.

Senior Center destroyed by fire

WOODRUFF, Wis Fire destroyed a senior citizens' center overnight in Wisconsin's Northwoods. Woodruff fire crews were called just after one this morning to the Lake Senior Center in the community that's bounded to the north by Minocqua.

CulinaryRx: Getting a Handle on Insulin Resistance

(MedPage Today) -- What dietary plan would you recommend for a patient with impaired glucose tolerance?

LAPD North Hollywood Division Requests Public's Assitance to Find Missing Elderly Man

Los Angeles: The family of Gilbert Durham and the Los Angeles Police Department Missing Persons Unit requests the public's help in locating Mr. Durham. On May 2nd, 2015, around 11:00 p.m., Mr. Durham was last seen in the 7600 block of Beverly Boulevard in Los Angeles.

Post MI Survival Better When Meds Are Free (CME/CE)

(MedPage Today) -- Is this a $2-billion savings opportunity?

New York Nursing Home Negligence Lawyer Adnan Munawar Expresses Concern over Lack in Quality Nursing Home Care

NEW YORK, May 6, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- According to a recent report by the New York Times, as nursing homes are competing to attract more and more patients not just for end or life care, but also for short term care after hospitalization, they may not be maintaining...

Imperial Holdings, Inc. Announces First Quarter 2015 Results

BOCA RATON, Fla., May 6, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Imperial Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: IFT) ("Imperial" or the "Company") announced today its financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2015. Three Months Ended March 31, 2015 Total income from continuing operations was $13.0...

Patients Not Hurt When Their Hospitals Close, Study Finds

(MedPage Today) -- Death rates were similar compared with patients whose hospital hadn't closed.

Florida strip club owner wants to replace nude dancing with senior housing

The owner of a Florida strip club has had enough of nude women slithering up and down poles. He wants to turn the place into senior citizen housing.

Sanford Heisler Kimpel, LLP: Life Alert Turns Deaf Ear To Alarms

NEW YORK, May 6, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Sanford Heisler Kimpel, LLP today filed a $7 million lawsuit in New York County Supreme Court against Life Alert Emergency Response, Inc., maker of the emergency alert system known for late-night television commercials and its motto, "Help, I've...

GastroBreak: PPIs and Cdiff, CDC's Ostomy Video Prompts Apology

(MedPage Today) -- The latest news and research in gastroenterology.

Feeding America Helps Solve Senior Hunger

CHICAGO, May 6, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Feeding America, the largest hunger-relief organization in the United States, issued a call today to ask everyone to join in the fight to solve senior hunger in our nation. The Feeding America nationwide network of 200 food banks...

Morning Break: Uber for Docs, Nurses Week, ER-Bound Treadmill Lovers

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

Police in China fatally shoot man seeking aid for family

Chinese police fatally shot a man in northern China who was on his way to Beijing to ask the central government to help house and take care of his sons and elderly mother, police and a lawyer said Wednesday. The man's relatives received approval for the aid three days after the Saturday killing, the newspaper Southern Metropolis Daily said.

Ian McKellen stars as elderly Sherlock in new 'Mr Holmes' trailer - watch - Film News

Based on Mitch Cullins' 2005 novel A Slight Trick Of The Mind , the film stars Ian McKellen as a more mature version of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's iconic detective, who is now 93 years old and struggling to enjoy his retirement. The film's plot synopsis teases: "In 1947, the world famous sleuth has retired to a remote Sussex farmhouse, living in relative anonymity with only his housekeeper Mrs Munro and her young son Roger for company.

North Americans Report They Are Not Having Family Dinners Often Enough

OMAHA, Neb., May 6, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Fifty percent of those living near senior relatives agree that they do not have enough sit-down dinners with those loved ones, according to a recent survey of North Americans.* And, more than one in four (27 percent) of North Americans who...

EHM Brings Nationally-Renowned Exercise Physiologist to Metro Detroit to Share Aquatics Therapy Benefits for Older Adults

FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., May 6, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Evangelical Homes of Michigan (EHM) today announced that it has secured nationally-renowned exercise physiologist, Professor David Brennan, to come to metro Detroit to speak at several events in conjunction with Senior...

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Woman admits smothering elderly care home resident after telling cancer charity of her plan

A CHURCHGOER has admitted murdering a terminally-ill care home resident - minutes after calling a cancer charity to tell them of her plans. Heather Davidson smothered her 81-year-old friend David Paterson in what she considered to be a "mercy killing", a court heard today.

Baker Newman Noyes' Brett Seekins Discusses Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly

Brett Seekins, senior manager in Baker Newman Noyes' healthcare consulting practice, recently spoke about the Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly , a permanent Medicare program, as a guest on Doogan's Digest on Biddeford public access television, Channel 3, and Saco public access television, Channel 85. "Maine is the oldest state in the nation and also has the highest percentage of Baby Boomers to total population," said Seekins. "As our friends and neighbors continue to age and find themselves in need of nursing home services, PACE can bring that level of care to their home, as long as one can live there safely."

Woman admits smothering elderly man at care home

Minutes ago, the 53-year-old, from Sowerby, North Yorkshire, admitted the charge of murder when it was put to her. Mr Paterson was found dead in his room at the privately-run Sowerby House care home, near Thirsk , in February.

Chance for elderly to share memories

A NEW museum scheme has been rolled out to help older people share memories of happy times and avoid loneliness. The Oxford Museums Partnerships has developed the Prescription for Reminiscence scheme to host activity groups across several museums and bring together the elderly most at risk of isolation.

Pelzman's Picks: Apple Watch Rx, Medical Bill Mysteries

(MedPage Today) -- Digital health interventions for heart disease patients and more.

NCPA: Senate Bill Provides Medically Underserved Seniors Greater Access to Lower Drug Copays

ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 5, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) strongly endorses The Ensuring Seniors Access to Local Pharmacies Act, S. 1190, which was introduced today by Senators Shelly Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Joe Manchin...

More Older Adults Are Willing To Undergo Telephonic Screening For Dementia

IN PHOTO: Cowboy David Thompson talks on the telephone while eating dinner at the end of the day during a week-long operation to gather cattle, near Ignacio, Colorado A new study found that about two-thirds of the elderly population, regardless of sex, age or race, were keen to participate in telephonic screening for dementia. According to the researchers, the most common factors that affected the results were knowledge about cognitive decline associated with ageing and knowing someone who have Alzheimer's disease.

Op-Ed: Time for a New War on Drugs (Their Prices, That Is)

(MedPage Today) -- Costs of specialty drugs are skyrocketing, even for those on the market 20 years.

27-Year-Old Male Nursing Home Staff In Texas Caught Naked While...

Cedar Hill police filed sexual assault charges on Sunday against 27-year-old Ryan Otey who was caught naked on Thursday by a co-worker while assaulting a woman old enough to be his grandmother . The victim is 76 years old and has limited mental faculties.

ACEP Survey: More ED Visits Since Obamacare

(MedPage Today) -- No slowing of ED visits for primary care needs.

BrightStar Care "20 Questions Every Family Caregiver Should Ask"

20 Questions Every Family Caregiver Should Ask

According to the National Family Caregivers Association, more than 50 million Americans provide care for a chronically ill, disabled, or aged family member or friend during any given year. Nearly all of us will face this situation at some point. These 20 questions will help you consider key factors as well as accurately and realistically evaluate your loved one’s condition.

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Flushing House Hosts "Jazz Up In The Sky" June 19th!

FLUSHING, New York, May 5, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Live Jazz will be heard throughout the evening on Friday, June 19, 2015, as a group of talented artists bring their love and concern for the elderly to new heights on the Flushing House rooftop! "Jazz Up In The Sky" takes...

Morning Break: Carmat Heart Patient Dies, Residency Surplus, World Asthma Day

(MedPage Today) -- Health news and commentary from around the Web, gathered by the MedPage Today staff.

New Research Shows Positive Impact of Technology on Dementia Patients

CENTENNIAL, Colo., May 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Individuals living with dementia can benefit from technology, especially when aided by family members, according to a University of Washington case study published in the Journal of Gerontological Nursing in April (Vol. 41, No. 4,...

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P1.2B released for senior citizens' pension

THE Aquino administration has released P1.2 billion to the Department of Social Welfare and Development for the social pension of 200,000 indigent senior citizens, the Department of Budget and Management said Tuesday. Under Section 5 of Republic Act 9994 , elderly indigents can receive additional government assistance in the form of the Social Pension for Indigent Senior Citizens, which amounts to a monthly stipend of P500.

Police recommend nursing home develops suspicious death protocol

Police have recommended that a nursing home develop protocols for dealing with suspicious deaths after the killing of an elderly dementia sufferer in 2012. The second day of an inquest into the death of Charles McCulloch, 94, heard that police gathered enough evidence to charge another male resident with murder, but prosecutors decided it was not in the public interest, given the suspect's severe dementia.

Man charged with exploiting his elderly mother

LAWTON, Okla._A Lawton man has been charged with taking advantage of his elderly mother, who is suffering from Alzheimer's and dementia. Court records show 56-year-old Garner Earp started using his mother's bank card in October 2014 at various businesses and ATMs.

Audit: Louisiana has long wait list for Medicaid services

A state audit finds Louisiana's elderly and developmentally disabled wait longer than people in other states to get community-based services through Medicaid. As of October 2014, the auditor's report released Monday says 54,677 people remained on lists for the various Medicaid programs with wait times ranging from two-and-a-half to ten years.

Five Years After Brick Woman's Death, Elder Abuse Bill Languishes

A Toms River woman has been fighting for Peggy's Law, to change the response to suspected nursing home abuse, since her mother's death. When Maureen Marzolla-Persi read the article about a Brick Township woman who told police she was hit at the nursing facility where she was staying, she leapt into action.

Medical School Over-Enrollment? HealthLeaders Media

(MedPage Today) -- Also: trauma care for elderly patients, primary care with no insurance.

Sheriff Trafton to Speak About Senior Fraud

On Wednesday, May 6th at 2:00 p.m. Waldo County Sheriff Jeff Trafton will give a presentation on the topic of senior fraud. As a member of Waldo County Triad, Sheriff Trafton works to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our local senior citizens along with all other members of the Waldo County community.

CMS Touts Pioneer ACO Results (CME/CE)

(MedPage Today) -- Savings came mostly from reducing inpatient care.

Paying Medicaid Enrollees To Quit Smoking, Lose Weight: Will It Pay Off?

(MedPage Today) -- More than a dozen states are offering financial incentives.

AARP, Sony Pictures Classics and Sony Pictures Home Entertainment Team Up to Support Family Caregivers and Alzheimer's Awareness with National AARP I Heart Caregivers Screening Program of Academy Award®-Winning STILL ALICE, Arriving on Blu-ray™ May

WASHINGTON, May 4, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- To celebrate the release of STILL ALICE on Blu-ray™ and DVD May 12, Sony Pictures Classics and Sony Pictures Home Entertainment are collaborating with AARP Movies for Grownups® for a nationwide series of screenings to...

New PSAs Released as Part of Ad Council and AARP Caregiver Assistance Campaign Supported by NAB, RAB, and OAAA This Mother's and Father's Day

WASHINGTON, May 4, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to support the 42.1 million caregivers in the U.S. who are caring for parents and older loved ones, AARP and the Ad Council are unveiling a new series of public service advertisements (PSAs) as an extension of their ongoing...

Pennsylvania Slot Machine Revenue in April Shows Increase of Over 4% from Previous Year

HARRISBURG, Pa., May 4, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board reported today on its web site that the collective slot machine revenue produced at the 12 casinos during April 2015 increased 4.1% compared to the same month last year. According to the monthly...

UPDATE 1-U.S. Medicare test program saved hundreds of million of dollars-study

A U.S. government test program with doctors and hospitals slowed healthcare spending in Medicare coverage for the elderly and disabled by hundreds of millions of dollars in 2012 and 2013 but savings were less in the second year, a study released Monday said. The Journal of the American Medical Association study looked at beneficiaries in 32 Pioneer Accountable Care Organizations , in which hospitals and doctors follow 33 quality and care standards for Medicare fee-for-service patients.

Whooping Cough Epidemic Hit Vaccinated Kids Hard (CME/CE)

(MedPage Today) -- Researchers found Tdap vaccine effectiveness fell off after 2 to 4 years.

Millionaire Raffle Sales Start May 5, Drawing July 11

MIDDLETOWN, Pa., May 4, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Tickets go on sale May 5 for the 20th edition of Millionaire Raffle, offering the Pennsylvania Lottery's best chances of winning a $1 million prize. This limited-time, twice-annual game features 6,000 cash prizes totaling more than...

Man tries to rob senior citizens walking near Rose Bowl

PASADENA >> A man tried, but failed, to wrestle a fanny pack away from a woman in her 70s Saturday as she walked with her husband around the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, police said. The woman suffered minor cuts to her arms during the crime but did not require hospitalization, Pasadena police Lt.

Bronx Rehabilitation Center, Gold Crest Care Center, Releases New Informative Video

NEW YORK, May 4, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Bronx nursing home, Gold Crest Care Center, has released a special video catering to those looking to learn more about the facility. Making the decision to bring a loved one to a rehabilitation facility can cause significant anxiety for family...