April 13, 2010: Today’s Headlines in Aging

by Richard Shank on April 13, 2010

These are today’s headlines in aging. The discussion about the impact of health care reform on long term care continues. Also headlines about local programs, wellness, city and state policy changes, and an interesting book about Alzheimer’s.

Reform law changes Medicare
Source: Ithaca Journal

Aging gracefully: Good attitude crucial in aging
Source: The New-Press

Exercise Key To Older Adult Fall Prevention
Source: Health Canal

Long-term care: How to help
Source: Bradenton Herald

N.J. seniors in prescription drug programs to pay more due to budget cuts
Source: Newjersey.com

Showcase to help senior citizens
Source: The Gwinnett Daily Post

City commission backs senior housing
Source: Charlottesville Tomorrow

Respite offers training for volunteers
Source: Argus Press

Don’t Forget Love: An Inspiring, True Story of Alzheimer’s
Source: PR Newswire

Health Bill Provision On Long-Term Care Will Affect Baby Boomers
Source: Kaiser Health News

Alzheimer’s Risk Cut by a Third Eating Veggies, Fish, Poultry
Source: Business Week

Procedures: Sharp Rise in Complex Back Surgery Among Older Adults
Source: The New York Times

Events this week aimed at keeping seniors healthy
Source: The Telegraph Journal

Aging Well: Exercise improves Parkinson’s symptoms
Source: The Steamboat Pilot

Activities for 50-plus
Source: The Daily Gleaner

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