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Medical identity theft rising: Steps to protect yourself
(ARA) -- Two million Americans
fall victim to medical identity theft each year, according to a
study by the Ponemon Institute, commissioned by Experian's
ProtectMyID. While medical identity theft costs victims an average
of $22,346, the potential impact can be far greater -- medical
identity theft could cost some victims their health, or even their
lives.
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Medicare fines over hospitals' readmitted patients
WASHINGTON (AP)
-- If you or an elderly relative have been hospitalized recently and noticed extra attention when the time came to be discharged, there's more to it than good customer service.
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WHY IT MATTERS:
Social Security
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP)
-- The issue: Unless Congress acts, the trust funds that support Social Security will run out of money in 2033, according to the trustees who oversee the retirement and disability program. At that point, Social Security would collect only enough tax revenue each year to pay about 75 percent of benefits. That benefit cut wouldn't sit well with the millions of older Americans who rely on Social Security for most of their income.
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Your money has a lifespan, too
(ARA) -- Ever tried to calculate
how long you might live? How much you'll need to save for
retirement? If you retire at age 65, are you financially prepared to
live 30 more years? Or, will you outlive your money?
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Local caretakers learn how to prevent falls in the home
The Oasis Senior Center in Lincoln was
the location for a "Lunch and Learn" seminar over the noon hour on
Tuesday. The program was entitled "Minimizing the Risk of Falls in
the Home by Implementing Simple Changes."
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The lottery scam:
Think you've won the lottery? Think again
(ARA) -- You've probably dreamed
about what you'd do if you won the lottery -- quit your job, build
your dream home or even donate a large sum of money to your favorite
charity. The allure of a huge amount of money falling into your lap
cannot be denied. Scammers know these dreams and feelings well, and
prey on them, making lottery and sweepstakes scams one of the most
prevalent types of scams out there, according to the Better Business
Bureau.
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State recognizes September as Healthy Aging Month, urges seniors to
get flu shots
Getting a
vaccination this month will protect through the entire flu season
SPRINGFIELD -- Illinois
Department on Aging Director John K. Holton, Ph.D., reminds the
public that September is Healthy Aging Month, an annual health
observance that focuses attention on the positive aspects of growing
older. The observance proves to be a good time for older adults to
assess how they are doing and take preventive measures regarding
their health.
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Expert Q&A: 'Wear and tear' or osteoarthritis of the knee
(ARA) -- More than 10 million Americans begin their day with
their usual routine, only to discover the spring in their step has
been replaced by a creak in their knees. "Wear and tear" disease or
osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee is the most common form of arthritis
and can be life-changing. The associated pain and stiffness
decreases an individual's ability to carry out routine day-to-day
activities, such as climbing stairs or standing for a long period of
time. It is estimated that women older than 50 years of age are more
likely to develop OA of the knee than men.
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'Lunch and Learn' Sept. 25 at Oasis Senior Center
The Area Agency on Aging for
Lincolnland, in cooperation with Senior Citizens of Logan County,
has scheduled a "Lunch and Learn" program for informal caregivers of
older adults and for grandparents and other relatives raising children.
It will be at noon Sept. 25 at the Oasis Senior Center, 501 Pulaski
St. in Lincoln.
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Trouble remembering to take your medications?
Text message reminders may help
(ARA) --
Americans are busy
people, and with everything that goes on in our daily lives,
remembering to take a prescribed medication can be a challenge. But
studies show that forgetting your medications has consequences,
including creating a more serious and even dangerous health issue.
According to The New England Journal of Medicine, nearly 70 percent
of medication-related hospital admissions in the United States are
the result of not taking a prescription medication as directed by a
doctor. (Click here for the rest of the
story.)
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