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March 30th, 2026

Medicare Scam Calls: Types of Scams and Protecting Your Identity

Telemarketing phone scammers seem to be calling non-stop to get seniors' personal information. Medicare will never call anyone, and insurance agents cannot make telemarketing calls. Protect your personal information.

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Lifestyle

March 30th, 2026

Medicare Scam Calls: Types of Scams and Protecting Your Identity

Telemarketing phone scammers seem to be calling non-stop to get seniors' personal information. Medicare will never call anyone, and insurance agents cannot make telemarketing calls. Protect your personal information.

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Government

November 4th, 2023

Fifteen Governors Challenge Biden on 'Unrealistic' Staffing Mandate, Citing Disruption to State Initiatives

A coalition of fifteen governors has confronted President Biden over an 'unrealistic' staffing mandate for nursing homes, arguing it undermines state-level initiatives. They assert that this one-size-fits-all federal directive could unravel the progress made in addressing health care staffing shortages at the state level.

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Government

November 4th, 2023

Fifteen Governors Challenge Biden on 'Unrealistic' Staffing Mandate, Citing Disruption to State Initiatives

A coalition of fifteen governors has confronted President Biden over an 'unrealistic' staffing mandate for nursing homes, arguing it undermines state-level initiatives. They assert that this one-size-fits-all federal directive could unravel the progress made in addressing health care staffing shortages at the state level.

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Government

December 12th, 2025

Illinois Legalizes Medical Aid in Dying — A New Era for End-of-Life Choice

Illinois becomes first Midwest state to allow terminally ill adults to access medical aid in dying, joining growing U.S. and international movement.

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Government

December 12th, 2025

Illinois Legalizes Medical Aid in Dying — A New Era for End-of-Life Choice

Illinois becomes first Midwest state to allow terminally ill adults to access medical aid in dying, joining growing U.S. and international movement.

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Care Facilities

October 23rd, 2022

Feds Cracking Down on Poorest-Performing Nursing Homes

The federal agency in charge of the Medicare and Medicaid programs is making an effort to improve nursing home care. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that they are increasing their scrutiny and oversight over the country's poorest-performing nursing facilities.

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Care Facilities

October 23rd, 2022

Feds Cracking Down on Poorest-Performing Nursing Homes

The federal agency in charge of the Medicare and Medicaid programs is making an effort to improve nursing home care. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that they are increasing their scrutiny and oversight over the country's poorest-performing nursing facilities.

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Government

March 4th, 2026

FDA Moves to Speed Biosimilar Development, Lower Prescription Drug Costs

The FDA has unveiled draft guidance to accelerate biosimilar approvals, reduce testing costs, and expand access to affordable biologic alternatives for cancer, autoimmune diseases, and other chronic conditions.

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Government

March 4th, 2026

FDA Moves to Speed Biosimilar Development, Lower Prescription Drug Costs

The FDA has unveiled draft guidance to accelerate biosimilar approvals, reduce testing costs, and expand access to affordable biologic alternatives for cancer, autoimmune diseases, and other chronic conditions.

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Government

May 23rd, 2025

Senate Aging Committee Urges Enhanced Disaster Preparedness for Seniors Ahead of 2025 Hurricane Season

The U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging convened a hearing to address the unique challenges older Americans face during disasters, emphasizing the need for improved emergency planning and support systems.

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Government

May 23rd, 2025

Senate Aging Committee Urges Enhanced Disaster Preparedness for Seniors Ahead of 2025 Hurricane Season

The U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging convened a hearing to address the unique challenges older Americans face during disasters, emphasizing the need for improved emergency planning and support systems.

Washington Bureau

Lifestyle

October 2nd, 2022

Older Adults Disproportionately Impacted by Hurricanes and Natural Disasters

America is getting older, and the impact on older adults can be even more devastating when disaster strikes. Many older people need help with routine living activities but that can be problematic during an emergency.

Washington Bureau

Lifestyle

October 2nd, 2022

Older Adults Disproportionately Impacted by Hurricanes and Natural Disasters

America is getting older, and the impact on older adults can be even more devastating when disaster strikes. Many older people need help with routine living activities but that can be problematic during an emergency.

Washington Bureau

Government

June 11th, 2022

Creation of Bipartisan Caucus in the U.S. House to Address Long-Term Health Care

Greater lifespans are creating problems for American families as they find ways to address the high costs of long-term health care and the availability of quality care services. A new U.S. House of Representatives caucus will focus on the problem.

Washington Bureau

Government

June 11th, 2022

Creation of Bipartisan Caucus in the U.S. House to Address Long-Term Health Care

Greater lifespans are creating problems for American families as they find ways to address the high costs of long-term health care and the availability of quality care services. A new U.S. House of Representatives caucus will focus on the problem.

Washington Bureau

Care Facilities

April 14th, 2022

Labor Crisis in Long-Term Health Care Getting Worse

Labor shortages have increased long-term health care costs and forced some facilities to limit services. Many people are unprepared for the consequences long-term care has on families and finances.

Washington Bureau

Care Facilities

April 14th, 2022

Labor Crisis in Long-Term Health Care Getting Worse

Labor shortages have increased long-term health care costs and forced some facilities to limit services. Many people are unprepared for the consequences long-term care has on families and finances.

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Medicare Scam Calls: Types of Scams and Protecting Your Identity

Medicare Scam Calls: Types of Scams and Protecting Your Identity

Fifteen Governors Challenge Biden on 'Unrealistic' Staffing Mandate, Citing Disruption to State Initiatives

Fifteen Governors Challenge Biden on 'Unrealistic' Staffing Mandate, Citing Disruption to State Initiatives

Illinois Legalizes Medical Aid in Dying — A New Era for End-of-Life Choice

Illinois Legalizes Medical Aid in Dying — A New Era for End-of-Life Choice

Feds Cracking Down on Poorest-Performing Nursing Homes

Feds Cracking Down on Poorest-Performing Nursing Homes

FDA Moves to Speed Biosimilar Development, Lower Prescription Drug Costs

FDA Moves to Speed Biosimilar Development, Lower Prescription Drug Costs

Senate Aging Committee Urges Enhanced Disaster Preparedness for Seniors Ahead of 2025 Hurricane Season

Senate Aging Committee Urges Enhanced Disaster Preparedness for Seniors Ahead of 2025 Hurricane Season

Older Adults Disproportionately Impacted by Hurricanes and Natural Disasters

Older Adults Disproportionately Impacted by Hurricanes and Natural Disasters

Creation of Bipartisan Caucus in the U.S. House to Address Long-Term Health Care

Creation of Bipartisan Caucus in the U.S. House to Address Long-Term Health Care

Labor Crisis in Long-Term Health Care Getting Worse

Labor Crisis in Long-Term Health Care Getting Worse

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