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Archived Newswires
Mar 1 – 7, 2010
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Health:
- How Safe Are Blood Thinners? More than $900 million worth of prescriptions for blood thinners are filled annually. If your doctor prescribes one for you, learn how to use it safely. Be aware that other medications—and even certain foods—can cause negative interactions. Parade, March 7.
- Electromagnetic Pulses May Stem Arthritic Knee Pain: New device could improve life quality without side effects, expert says. HealthDay, March 6.
- Education should accompany prostate screening, new guidelines say: The American Cancer Society says doctors should tell their patients about the test's risks and benefits before administering it. Los Angeles Times, March 4.
- Cancer society stops urging doctors to offer prostate PSA test: New advice from the American Cancer Society puts a sharper focus on the risks of prostate cancer screening, emphasizing that annual testing can lead to unnecessary biopsies and treatments that do more harm than good. Associated Press, March 3.
- Coffee Is Generally Heart-Friendly: But it may be linked to a slight rise in high blood pressure, researchers say. HealthDay, March 2.
- Even More Reasons to Get a Move On: What evidence will be enough to convince people to start exercising? The New York Times, March 1.
- Cutting Salt Could Prevent Almost 500,000 Heart Attacks: Government-industry collaboration would work better than a "salt tax," study finds. HealthDay, March 1.
- Middle-aged dieters hit a brick wall after 10 pounds or so: Some of the USA TODAY readers who participated in the seventh annual Weight-Loss Challenge, especially those who are middle-aged or older, know it well. After losing 10 pounds or so, they hit a brick wall and their weight loss stalled. USA Today, March 1.
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Personal Finance:
- Earlier Retirement – Beating Back the High Fees: Employees horrified by losses in their 401(k) retirement plans are finally getting traction where lawmakers and regulators have stumbled: Putting the squeeze on high retirement-plan fees. WSJ, March 6.
- Advice you can count on? Financial advisers split on whether proposed 401(k), IRA rules will help or hurt investors. MarketWatch, March 2.
- Five Reasons Tax Shelters Are More Important Than Ever: Sheltering your investment profits from taxes may seem like a remote concern when your accounts are a sea of red ink. But tax shelters like 401(k)s and IRAs are more important than ever. WSJ, March 2.
Retirement:
- The retired couple's guide to livin' the dream: A 2009 Fidelity Investments survey of 502 married couples found that only 38% report making decisions together about their retirement finances and that large numbers don't agree on such basics as what type of lifestyle they expect to live after retiring. MONEY, March 4.
- 401(k)s Still Fall Short As A Retirement Strategy: Most American workers were woefully unprepared for retirement before the financial crisis struck. The stock market crash that followed made things even worse. NPR, March 4.
- The 60-plus set can't afford to retire: Seventy-two percent of workers over the age of 60 who are putting off retirement are doing so because they can't afford it, according to a survey by Careerbuilder.com, a career resources website. CNNMoney, March 3.
- Landmarks on the Road to Retirement: Get the skinny on these four age milestones in retirement – and what they mean for you and your financial security. Kiplinger's, March 1.
- Making Your 401(k) Last: Annuities and other vehicles can turn a nest egg into a stream of income payments. But employers and employees aren't rushing into these products. WSJ, March 1.
Scams:
- 5 scams aimed at the elderly: If you're visiting your elderly mom or dad and see an excessive amount of junk mail, take note: Your elderly parent might be a prime target for fraud. Bankrate.com, March 2.
Volunteering:
- Older Workers Bring New Purpose to Volunteer Work: Spurred by the tight job market or often career-change aspirations, older workers with specific goals for donating their time are remaking the face of volunteerism. Call it giving back with an agenda. Associated Press, March 4.
Work:
- The Job You Make: Nearly one in five of the businesses created in 2008 were by people 55 and older, but success isn’t as easy as some make it seem. The New York Times, March 3.
- 7 Tips for Working for a Younger Boss: A recent Harris Interactive and CareerBuilder survey of 5,231 full-time employees found that 69 percent of workers ages 55 and older currently have a younger manager. The generational differences of this dynamic can create challenges. Here's how to form a solid relationship and even impress a younger supervisor. U.S. News and World Report, March 1.
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Feb 22 – 28, 2010
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Health:
- Study Finds Stents Effective in Preventing Strokes: Surgery on blocked neck arteries has long been considered the best procedure for preventing a stroke. Now a large North American study has found that a less invasive approach may be just as safe and effective, but other researchers are not so sure. The New York Times, Feb 26.
- About Half of Senior Citizens Referred to a Specialist Never Get There for Treatment: Just 71% ever get appointments and just 70% of those show up at doctor’s office. Senior Journal, Feb. 26.
- Become a Sexy Senior: Researchers find links between sexual activity and healthy aging for men. Baltimore Sun, Feb 24.
- High blood pressure neglected in U.S.: A critical new report declares high blood pressure in the U.S. to be a neglected disease — a term that usually describes mysterious tropical illnesses, not a well-known plague of rich countries. Associated Press, Feb 22.
- Why We Gain Weight As We Age: It's a pretty common lament, the idea that you just can't eat what you used to. But why is that so? And is it avoidable? There are a number of reasons why we put on the pounds as years go by, but take heart: There are ways to fight back – and win! NPR, Feb 22.
- Two Surgical Methods Equally Successful for Prostate Cancer: Comparison study of open and laparoscopic surgery found few differences in outcome HealthDay, Feb. 22.
- Reducing cardiovascular risk in diabetics: Does lowering your blood sugar reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes? The data are conflicting, but that appears to be the case in some patients, not in others. Los Angeles Times, Feb 22.
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Personal Finance:
- Retired Early and Still Coming Up Short: Returning to work, at least part-time, may be the best way to avoid drawing down a retirement account too quickly. Here are some options for those who find themselves facing retirement with a depleted nest egg. Money, Feb 23.
Retirement:
- How to Tell if You Are Saving Enough for Retirement: Few Americans know how much money they'll need to save for retirement. Some 44 percent of employed Americans—and even 29 percent of those ages 55 and older—admit they don't know how much money they will need in retirement, according to a recent ING Direct survey. U.S. News and World Report, Feb 26.
- The top 10 places to retire: Plus two bonus towns for you to consider. MarketWatch, Feb 25.
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- 10 Trends in Longevity: The goals of improved health and financial security are to live longer and, presumably, more fulfilling lives. U.S. News and World Report, Feb 26.
- Aging and driving: When is the right time for an older driver to give up the keys? Chicago Tribune, Feb 25.
- Marijuana use up for seniors as Boomers age: The number of people aged 50 and older reporting marijuana use in the prior year went up from 1.9 percent to 2.9 percent from 2002 to 2008, according to surveys from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Associated Press, Feb. 23.
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Feb 15 – 21, 2010
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Health:
- Would you know if your heart was in trouble? A "Hollywood heart attack" -- the kind where you collapse to the ground clutching your chest -- is the exception, not the rule. CNN, Feb 18.
- Happiness Protects Your Heart: Those most content reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease, researchers say. HealthDay, Feb. 17.
- Millions missing out on colon cancer screening: Nearly half the people who need potentially lifesaving checks for the nation's No. 2 cancer killer - colorectal cancer - miss them, despite years of public efforts to make colon screening as widespread as tests for breast and prostate cancer. Associated Press, Feb 16.
- Aspirin may help prevent return of breast cancer: Breast cancer survivors who took aspirin after completing treatment were half as likely to die or have their tumors spread around the body compared with survivors who didn't take aspirin, a long-running study of 4,164 nurses showed. USA Today, Feb 16.
- Senior Citizens with High Levels of Vitamin D at Less Risk of Heart Disease, Diabetes: Review of 28 studies finds the vitamin associated with a substantial decrease in cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome for seniors and middle aged. Senior Journal, Feb. 16.
- A good night's sleep study for people over 65: A good night's sleep is important at any age. But what constitutes a good night's sleep for people over 65? USA Today, Feb 15.
- Americans urged to bypass the salt: Now that U.S. salt consumption has risen by 50 percent in 40 years, public health experts and politicians are trying to put the spotlight back on its harmful health effects. San Francisco Chronicle, Feb 15.
- After a Stroke, High Risk for a Recurrence: Aggressive care and follow-up are key to preventing further problems, experts say. HealthDay, Feb. 15.
- Why Do Some People Live So Long? Researchers study centenarians' genes, and lifestyle. ABC News, Feb 15.
- Advance Toward Test for Aggressive Prostate Cancer: Scientists find gene that drives tumor spread, say it could be target for screening. HealthDay, Feb. 15.
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Feb 8 – 14, 2010
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Health:
- No cure for heart disease, Bill Clinton's case shows: Bill Clinton has a new lease on life, but there's no cure for the heart disease that has twice forced the former president to get blocked arteries fixed. Associated Press, Feb 12.
- Health Checkup - How to Live 100 Years: A century of life was once a rare thing, but that is changing. Science is slowly unraveling the secrets of the centenarians. TIME, Feb 11.
- Migraine Linked to Increased Heart Attack Risk: Researchers aren't sure why two conditions are connected. HealthDay, Feb. 10.
- Senior Women at High Risk of Bone Fractures After Taking Diabetes Drugs Avandia or Actos: TZDs have previously been linked to bone loss, increasing fracture risk; type 2 diabetes and insulin also increase risk for fractures. Senior Journal, Feb. 10.
- Less Invasive Hip Surgeries Make Inroads: Hip replacement is one of the most successful operations in all of medicine, which prompts many orthopedic surgeons to think, as one leader in the field put it, “Why change something that doesn’t need fixing?” The New York Times, Feb 8.
- High Blood Pressure May Predict Dementia in Some Seniors: Link seen in those with trouble organizing thoughts, but not memory loss. HealthDay, Feb 8.
Medicine:
Personal Finance:
- Are Annuities Being Overhyped as a Retirement Cure-All? Last month the White House recommended immediate annuities as a way to reduce “the risks that retirees will outlive their savings.” Here's why taking that advice might not be a great move right now. WSJ, Feb 13.
- Investors Should Act Their Age: New research suggests simplicity takes on added urgency as we move into our 70s, when stock-picking acumen begins to slip. WSJ, Feb 13.
- Lengthening life spans affect savings plans: Maybe you don't want to hit the century mark, but more of us will, which means that we have to start today to ensure that we have enough money to sustain us in that long retirement. The Dallas Morning News, Feb 8.
- Don't be a financial burden on your kids: Every generation has its challenges. As boomers, one of our biggest is caring for our long-lived parents, providing both physical and sometimes monetary assistance, even as we're putting our children through college and grad school. Money, Feb 8.
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Social Security:
- Will Baby Boomers Bankrupt Social Security? As the record federal budget deficit draws increasing scrutiny from Washington to Wall Street to Main Street, deficit hawks may take aim at entitlement programs including Social Security. CNBC, Feb 8.
- Rash of retirements push Social Security to brink: Social Security's annual surplus nearly evaporated in 2009 for the first time in 25 years as the recession led hundreds of thousands of workers to retire or claim disability. USA Today, Feb 8.
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- Where to Find Free Money: State treasuries are holding nearly $33 billion in unclaimed assets. Some of it could be yours. Kiplinger's, March 2010.
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Feb 1 – 7, 2010
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Health:
- Blood pressure - What you can do for yourself: There are two kinds of people in the United States – ones who have high blood pressure now and ones who have a very good chance of getting it someday. Los Angeles Times, Feb 8.
- As Swine Flu Fades, Experts Ponder Next Season: Some believe H1N1 will persist for years to come, but in what form remains unclear. HealthDay, Feb. 5.
- Major Chronic Disease for Senior Citizens, Osteoarthritis, Under Attack by New Initiative: CDC, Arthritis Foundation, Ad Council launch ‘Moving is the Best Medicine’. Senior Journal, Feb. 4.
- Seniors aren't getting vital vaccinations, study finds: The reasons cited for the low vaccination rates were lack of access to the vaccines, limited insurance coverage, misinformation on the Internet about the supposed dangers of vaccines, and inadequate research and development on new vaccines. McClatchy Newspapers, Feb 4.
- Heart deaths, suicides linked to prostate cancer diagnosis: The first few months after a prostate cancer diagnosis may be an especially perilous time for men, but not because of the cancer, new research suggests. Health.com, Feb 2.
- The Miracle of Vitamin D: Sound Science, or Hype? Imagine a treatment that could build bones, strengthen the immune system and lower the risks of illnesses like diabetes, heart and kidney disease, high blood pressure, and cancer. The New York Times, Feb 1.
- Older Adults Need Less Sleep: How much sleep we need is largely a mystery, and sleep seems tougher to come by as we age. Live Science, Feb 1.
Medicine:
Mind:
- Healthy life and brain help delay dementia: Alzheimer's disease is an incurable illness that gradually destroys brain cells. Alzheimer's is the most common cause of dementia among the elderly. The Memphis Commercial Appeal, Feb 1.
Personal Finance:
- Tips to Avoid Financial Strain With Aging Parents: Staying on track to a comfortable retirement isn't only about taking care of your finances and your health. It might involve taking care of your parents, too. Associated Press, Feb 4.
- Three estate-planning changes coming your way: The Obama administration's proposed budget calls for lots of changes that could affect your estate plans, and ignorance isn't bliss -- it's foolhardy. MarketWatch. Feb 3.
- Uncle Sam wants you to save: Obama proposes ways to help people put aside more for retirement. Indianapolis Star, Feb 1.
- Who Needs to File a Tax Return? Not everyone has to file a return, but some low-income workers, retirees and students should file to collect a refund. Kiplinger’s, Feb 2.
- Tax Tips for Seniors: Whether you're a retiree or somebody helping older family or friends with their taxes, we tell you all the breaks to claim. Kiplinger’s, Feb 1.
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Caregiving:
- Resources to Help Manage Care for Aging Parents: The financial strain of caring for older relatives can be devastating without proper planning. Here are some online resources for those who want to put the proper safeguards in place and for caregivers who may be looking for assistance. Associated Press, Feb 4.
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Jan 25 – 31, 2010
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Health:
- Grandpa's Broken Hip Appears to Indicate Weaker Bones for His Grandsons: Osteoporosis common in older women; as many as half of all women and a quarter of men older than 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis. Senior Journal, Jan. 29.
- New Scan May Help Find Aggressive Prostate Tumors: Process is among several that use a variation of MRI technology. HealthDay, Jan. 27.
- Study finds drop in age-related hearing problems: Sweet news for baby boomers: Despite all those warnings that loud rock music would damage their ears, their generation appears to have better hearing than their parents did. Associated Press, Jan 26.
- After Smoking and Fats, Focus Turns to Salt: If he can take credit for nothing else, Michael R. Bloomberg, can rightfully claim to have launched a national effort to help people live more healthfully. The New York Times, Jan 25.
- More Proof Exercise Leads to Healthier Aging: Good for the mind and body, series of studies finds. HealthDay, Jan. 25.
- For Lower Blood Pressure, Low-Carb Diet May Be Best: But for weight loss alone, other plans also work well, studies find. HealthDay, Jan. 25.
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Retirement:
- Obama's New Rules of Retirement: Saving for retirement could soon get easier, but perhaps also riskier, for many low- to middle-class workers. Smart Money, Jan 28.
- Looking for a fix for retirement security: Obama's proposals don't go far enough, some retirement experts say. MarketWatch, Jan 27.
- Why Baby Boomers Should Rethink Retirement: The word retirement in a decade will be a quaint, charming term that people used to use. U.S. News and World Report, Jan 25.
- Know the best time of year to retire: You may have spent a lot of time thinking about what age to retire, but have you thought about the date? Chicago Tribune, Jan 25.
- More gold for your golden years: Three smart, simple steps to a more financially secure retirement. MarketWatch, Jan 25.
Social Security:
- Social Insecurity: Social Security isn't about to go bankrupt. But some little-known strategies may boost your benefits. Smart Money, Jan 27.
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Insurance:
- 5 things about life settlements: In some retirement hot spots, such as South Florida, advertising for "life settlements" is ubiquitous. The pitch? Sell us your permanent (cash-value) life insurance policy and you can have a chunk of the death benefit now. Money, Jan 26.
- Democrats Put Stop on Health Overhaul: With no clear path on major health legislation, Democratic leaders in Congress effectively slammed the brakes on the president’s top domestic priority. The New York Times, Jan 26.
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Jan 18 – 24, 2010
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Health:
- Getting older and better: Here's the latest news to help reduce age-related ailments during your golden years. USA Weekend, Jan 24.
- The Risk of Osteoporosis in Men: According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, about 6% of all men over the age of 50 will experience a hip fracture and about 5% will fracture one of the bones of the spine as a result of osteoporosis. Parade, Jan 24.
- American Heart Association lists 7 keys to heart health: Here are the seven secrets to a long life: Stay away from cigarettes. Keep a slender physique. Get some exercise. Eat a healthy diet and keep your cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar in check. Associated Press, Jan 22.
- Big Benefits Are Seen From Eating Less Salt: Scientists writing in The New England Journal of Medicine conclude that lowering the amount of salt people eat by even a small amount could reduce cases of heart disease, stroke and heart attacks. The New York Times, Jan 20.
- Shedding Light on Why Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Help the Heart: The greater the consumption, the less shrinkage of chromosome component, research shows. HealthDay, Jan 19.
- Ankles Gain as Candidates for Joint Replacement: As baby boomers enter their 60s and 70s, demand for surgery to replace ankles with artificial joints is expected to grow. The New York Times, Jan 18.
- Erectile Dysfunction Predicts Heart Disease: Experts urge more doctors to ask simple question of male patients. HealthDay, Jan. 18.
Medicine:
- Catching Deadly Drug Mistakes: Medication errors cause at least one death every day and injure approximately 1.3 million people annually in the United States, according to the Food and Drug Administration. WSJ, Jan 19.
Medicare:
- Medicare Costs More–for Some: Some Medicare beneficiaries are finding their 2010 premiums–which they thought would be frozen at 2009 levels—are actually jumping 15%. WSJ, Jan 19.
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Personal Finance:
- Rethink that Roth: 12 traps to avoid when converting to a Roth IRA. MarketWatch, Jan 22.
- 4 smart fixes for your 401(k): With stocks up more than 60% since hitting bottom last March, the red ink is finally fading on the typical 401(k) account. Money, Jan 18.
Caregiving:
- Who Takes Care of Mom? We hear a lot about the costs of taking care of our graying population. But the big story roiling beneath the surface is the psychological crisis among middle-aged siblings who are fuming or fighting over issues involving their aging parents. Time, Jan 22.
- Offering Care for the Caregiver: For all the assertions about the importance of caring in medicine, doctors as a profession have been slow to recognize family members who care for patients at home. The New York Times, Jan 21.
- Tax help in caring for an aging parent: Millions of adult children find themselves looking after aging parents. Tax laws offer some help, as long as you and your folks meet the criteria. Bankrate.com, Jan 19.
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Jan 11 – 17, 2010
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Health:
- How to stay healthy during old age… Keep moving: Physical activity is the No. 1 preventive-care tip for seniors. Los Angeles Times, Jan 18.
- Vigor Quest: A growing number of well-off men are injecting a hormone to forestall aging. Does it work — or is it enough that they simply think it does? The Times Magazine, Jan 15.
- Fractures that Plague Senior Citizens Can be Reduced by Taking Calcium with Vitamin D: Large study supports growing consensus that combined calcium and vitamin D is more effective than vitamin D alone in reducing fractures. Senior Journal, Jan 14.
- Healthy Aging, With Nary a Supplement: Each year millions of people fall prey to false promises that this, that or the other formula or fortified food can protect their hearts, prevent cancer, improve memory, strengthen their bones, uncreak their joints, build their muscles, even enable them to burn extra calories without moving. The New York Times, Jan 11.
- Pedometers can motivate users to get in step: The step-tracking gadgets are easy to use and relatively inexpensive. Plus, evidence indicates that they truly inspire people. Los Angeles Times, Jan 11.
Medicine:
- Tylenol recall expanded to Motrin, Benadryl, more: Johnson & Johnson issued a massive recall Friday of over-the-counter drugs including Tylenol, Motrin and St. Joseph's aspirin because of a moldy smell that has made people sick. Associated Press, Jan 15.
- More Evidence That Statins Cut Stroke Risk: Benefit linked to cholesterol-lowering effect, study suggests. HealthDay, Jan. 14.
- New Anti-Clotting Drug Outperforms Plavix: Trial shows Brilinta boosts patient outcomes with no added bleeding risk. HealthDay, Jan. 13.
- Some Blood Pressure Drugs May Stave Off Dementia: Medications' role against angiotensin appears to be key, study finds. HealthDay, Jan. 12.
- Deals to Restrain Generic Drugs Face a Ban in Health Care Bill: A group of House lawmakers plans to ask Congress to block deals in which they say makers of name-brand drugs directly or indirectly pay generic makers to delay competition from cheaper generic alternatives. The New York Times, Jan 12.
- FDA Approves New Drug for Moderate to Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis: Actemra’s recommended use is limited to patients who have failed other approved therapies because of serious safety concerns. Senior Journal, Jan 12.
Mind:
- Alzheimer's Disease, Where America Stands: One in eight Americans over age 65 will eventually develop Alzheimer's disease. CBS News, Jan 12.
- Loss of Smell Could Be Early Sign of Alzheimer's: In mice, even small amount of amyloid plaques affected olfactory sense. HealthDay, Jan. 12.
- Senior Citizen Exercise Appears to Prevent, Improve Mild Cognitive Impairment: Moderate exercise in late life for men and woman was associated with a 32% reduction in the odds of developing cognitive impairment. Senior Journal, Jan. 11.
- Less Educated at Greater Risk of Dementia But Study Finds Ways to Compensate: Researchers say evidence suggests mental exercises help some more than others. Senior Journal, Jan. 11.
- Before You Quit Antidepressants… Last week, The Journal of the American Medical Association published a study questioning the effectiveness of antidepressant drugs. The drugs are useful in cases of severe depression, it said. But for most patients, those with mild to moderate cases, the most commonly used antidepressants are generally no better than a placebo. The New York Times, Jan 11.
Housing:
- Best Nursing Homes - Behind the Rankings: On a given day, 1.5 million people are living in the nation's 16,000-plus nursing homes, and in a typical year more than 3.2 million Americans will spend at least some time in one. That's a lot of families who need to find good care, which is why U.S. News ranks and displays data about nearly every one and updates the information every quarter. U.S. News and World Report, Jan 11.
End of Life:
- Facing End-of-Life Talks, Doctors Choose to Wait: It’s a conversation that most people dread, doctors and patients alike. The cancer is terminal, time is short, and tough decisions loom – about accepting treatment or rejecting it, and choosing where and how to die. The New York Times, Jan 11.
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Jan 4 – 10, 2010
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Health:
- Can New Tests Predict Heart Disease? There’s hope that several new blood tests, called cardiac biomarkers, which take readings of various substances that travel in the bloodstream, may quite accurately predict an individual's risk of heart disease. Parade, Jan 10.
- Why Seniors Really Should Fear Swine Flu: The CDC's vaccination advice for the over-65 set has been misleading. Newsweek, Jan 8.
- Falls can cause serious problems as people age, but doctors have a variety of ways to prevent them: Everyone over the age of 65 is at risk of falls and should take steps to prevent them. New York Daily News, Jan 6.
- Survey Finds Americans Resolved to Improve Health, Senior Citizens Most Likely to Do It: American Heart Association introduces free social media application to help keep exercise, diet commitment. Senior Journal, Jan. 5.
- The Latest Front In the War On Arthritis: Scientists looking for ways to repair damaged cartilage—a leading cause of osteoarthritis—are employing horses to test a new method of tissue regeneration that uses concentrated stem cells. WSJ, Jan 5.
- Americans slow spending on health care: A decades-long boom in spending on doctors, hospitals and drugs slowed in 2008 to its lowest level, even as health care costs accounted for a greater share of the nation's economy, the federal government said in a report released Tuesday. USA Today, Jan 5.
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Investing:
- Where to Invest in 2010: The long-term economic outlook remains gloomy, but stocks should still advance in the coming year. Kiplinger’s, Jan 2010.
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