Jul 09 2019
FCC robocall ruling offers hope; in the meantime, just hang up on dodgy callers, says AMAC Report shows 5 million seniors lose $27.4 a year to phone scammers Seniors may get robocall relief if a new Federal Communications Commission [FCC] ruling prompts phone companies to implement technologies that automatically block them. Dan Weber, an advocate …
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Jul 02 2019
The best way to avoid a potentially blinding fireworks injury is by attending a professional, public fireworks show rather than purchasing fireworks for home use. If you attend or live near a professional fireworks show: • Respect safety barriers, follow all safety instructions and view fireworks from at least 500 feet away. • Do not …
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Jun 25 2019
Drug abuse has a long history in the United States since 1971 under the Nixon administration. The federal drug budget continues to increase from $23.8 billion in 2013 to over $27.7 billion in 2018. The current administration is taking a hardline approach on drug use. In addition to drugs crossing the border from Mexico, the …
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Jun 18 2019
When visiting one of the stunningly diverse 419 national park sites nationwide, experts say it is important to recognize the individuals who have spoken up over the decades to protect and enhance these incredible places, as well as the work that is still needed. “It’s difficult to imagine what the U.S. would be like without …
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Jun 11 2019
You are probably aware that the Centers for Medicare Services (CMS) is sending out new Medicare cards to all Medicare recipients. This will happen between April 2018 and April 2019. It may not surprise you to know that there are already people using this situation to run scams on Medicare recipients. Medicare beneficiaries should keep …
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Jun 11 2019
According to the National Council on Aging, Americans retiring today are living longer, with significantly less money saved, amid ever-increasing costs. In addition, older adults are frequently targeted by scam artists because they are thought to be vulnerable and have a significant amount of money sitting in their accounts. In April, Walmart and NCOA announced …
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Jun 04 2019
By Angela Cortez, AARP Colorado On May 16, Governor Jared Polis signed into law SB19-005, Import Prescription Drugs From Canada, a bill sponsored by Senators Joann Ginal and Robert Rodriguez, and Rep. Sonya Jaquez Lewis, to lower the cost of prescription drugs for Coloradans by importing them from Canada. “AARP strongly supported the legislation and …
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Jun 01 2019
This month is all about encouraging the men in your life (including you, men out there!) to take care of their bodies by eating right, exercising, and working to prevent disease. The official symbol for the month is a blue ribbon and the purpose of Men’s Health Month is to heighten the awareness of preventable …
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May 21 2019
Women are often the first line of defense when protecting their family’s health, but in doing so tend to put their concerns on the back burner. These quick tips can help keep you happy and healthy as you juggle your everyday responsibilities. 1. Get breast cancer screenings every 1 – 2 years. One in 8 …
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May 14 2019
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads our nation’s observance of Older Americans Month. The 2019 theme is ‘Connect, Create, Contribute,’ which encourages older adults and their communities too: : • Connect with friends, family, and services that support participation. • Create by engaging in activities that promote learning, health, and personal enrichment. • …
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Apr 23 2019
Is your medicine cabinet full of expired drugs or medications you no longer use? Your medicine is for you. What’s safe for you might be harmful for someone else. You can dispose of your expired, unwanted, or unused medicines through a drug take back program — or you can do it at home. The U.S. …
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Apr 19 2019
Article by Kristen V Brown with Bloomberg News State authorities warn that DNA testers have targeted poor neighborhoods and senior communities. Authorities in several states are warning about an alleged scam in which people visit senior-living communities and low-income neighborhoods, offering to perform DNA tests and collecting information from people in government health programs. The …
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