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A senior woman wearing a red turtleneck and black cardigan sits on the side of her bed for a portrait. The woven blanket on her bed is made of orange, yellow, and red yarn, which matches the painting of oranges that hangs above her bed.

A Centenarian Thrives Living Alone, Active and Engaged

By Judith Graham December 10, 2024 KFF Health News Original

Many older adults living alone, isolated and vulnerable, struggle with health issues. But a noteworthy slice of this growing group of seniors maintain a high degree of well-being. Meet Hilda Jaffe, age 102.

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A senior woman wearing a red turtleneck and black cardigan sits on the side of her bed for a portrait. The woven blanket on her bed is made of orange, yellow, and red yarn, which matches the painting of oranges that hangs above her bed.

Centenaria vive sola en Nueva York, y se mantiene comprometida y activa con su comunidad

By Judith Graham December 10, 2024 KFF Health News Original

Entre las cualidades asociadas a la resiliencia en los mayores se incluyen el optimismo y la esperanza, la capacidad de adaptarse a circunstancias cambiantes, las relaciones personales relevantes, las conexiones con la comunidad y la actividad física.

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Viewpoints: How Did Basic Procedures Become Surgery?; Mental Health Apps Need An Update

December 9, 2024 Morning Briefing

Editorial writers examine these public health topics.

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Allina Health’s Response To Workplace Violence Is Not Enough, Nurses Say

December 9, 2024 Morning Briefing

CBS News reports that workplace violence at Allina Health’s Abbott Northwestern Hospital has led to more than $83,000 in fines over the past year. Other news from the health industry is on the demand for obesity drugs, an acquisition of 11 Tennessee nursing homes, and more.

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Abortion Access In Missouri Still In Limbo, Awaiting Judge’s Ruling

December 9, 2024 Morning Briefing

Although a constitutional amendment to roll back the state’s abortion ban passed, it does not override any specific state laws, leaving Planned Parenthood’s plans to offer abortions at the mercy of the judge. Also: opioid settlement funds; methadone clinics fraud complaints in New York, and more.

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Cancer Treatments Rise For Under 50 Population, Analysis Finds

December 9, 2024 Morning Briefing

In other news, HPV vaccine is credited for lower death rate among women under 25; psilocybin is being tested to treat health care worker burnout; and more.

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Morning Briefing for Monday, December 9, 2024

December 9, 2024 Morning Briefing

ACA subsidies, dissatisfaction with health costs, Trump’s policy plans, bird flu testing, flu rates, cancer in young people, and more

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CBO Estimates Millions Will Lose Insurance If ACA Subsidies Expire; Biden Calls For Extension

December 9, 2024 Morning Briefing

Premiums will also rise if the subsidies are allowed to expire at the end of 2025, the new CBO report forecasts. President Joe Biden urged Congress to extend the tax credits now, and The Washington Post reports on a deal offered by Democrats to get it done.

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Survey Finds Nearly 80% Dissatisfied With Cost Of Health Care In US

December 9, 2024 Morning Briefing

In the lowest marks in over two decades, a Gallup poll finds that only 19% of Americans are satisfied with the costs of health care in 2024. Quality ratings suffer as well, with less than a majority of people giving “good” or “excellent.” And a separate survey looks at Medicare Advantage plans.

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RFK Jr. Might Probe Whether Vaccines Cause Autism, Trump Indicates

December 9, 2024 Morning Briefing

Even though studies have repeatedly shown that no link exists, “I think somebody has to find out,” President-elect Donald Trump said on NBC’s “Meet The Press.” He also repeated that he doesn’t expect access to abortion pills will change under his administration, but he acknowledged that “things change.”

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National Milk Supply Testing For Bird Flu Mandated By USDA

December 9, 2024 Morning Briefing

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has ordered testing of the country’s milk supply for bird flu beginning Dec. 16, to better track bird flu spread across the country.

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Flu Rates Show Slight Increase; Overall Respiratory Viruses Rise To Moderate

December 9, 2024 Morning Briefing

Meanwhile, Navy quietly begins studying fighter pilot brain injuries; weight-loss drugs may also curb addiction; mosquito-borne chikungunya has hefty price tag; and more.

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Police, FBI Manhunt For Killer Of UnitedHealthcare CEO Widens Beyond NYC

December 9, 2024 Morning Briefing

“I’m thinking we’re going to know who this is within a matter of a few more days, if that,” a former FBI profiler says. Meanwhile, authorities have released new images of the suspect and are offering reward money for information leading to the suspect’s arrest and conviction.

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Are States Keeping Their Promises on Opioid Settlement Transparency?

By Aneri Pattani December 9, 2024 KFF Health News Original

It’s been about two years since most states began receiving millions of dollars in opioid settlement payments from companies that made or distributed prescription painkillers. But whether you can track how that windfall has been spent depends largely on where you live. That’s because there is no federal standard dictating the information that must be […]

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First Edition: Monday, Dec. 9, 2024

December 9, 2024 Morning Briefing

Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations.

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Resources Are Expanding for Older Adults on Their Own

By Judith Graham Updated December 9, 2024 Originally Published December 9, 2024 KFF Health News Original

Aging alone, without a spouse, a partner, or children, requires careful planning. New programs for this growing population offer much-needed help.

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California Official Comes out of Retirement To Lead Troubled Mental Health Commission

By Molly Castle Work December 9, 2024 KFF Health News Original

Former California social services head Will Lightbourne has come out of retirement to lead the state’s mental health accountability commission following its executive director’s resignation in the wake of conflict of interest allegations.

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Expanden los recursos para las personas mayores que viven solas

By Judith Graham December 9, 2024 KFF Health News Original

Todos estos recursos abordan la necesidad de estos adultos mayores de relacionarse con otras personas, evitar el aislamiento y prepararse para un futuro en el que podrían tener menos energía, más problemas de salud y necesitar más ayuda.

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Journalists Dig Into Vaccine Debate and America’s Obesity Rates

December 7, 2024 KFF Health News Original

KFF Health News staff made the rounds on national and local media in recent weeks to discuss topical stories. Here’s a collection of their appearances.

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Dental Nightmares

December 6, 2024 Page

Featured articles More Articles From the Project Credits Reporters Brett KelmanAnna Werner Producers Eric HarkleroadLydia ZurawOona TempestLynne ShallcrossDavid Hicks Editors John HillkirkKelly Johnson

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