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- Help fight Superbugs - Drug Resistant Bacteria - CLICK HERE
- A person has insurance but difficulty paying their Medical Debt - CLICK HERE
- This is detailed but interesting - Visualize Physicians and Medicare and how they work together - CLICK HERE
- What is Gout and what do we know about it?
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Organization Highlights
What is The National Institutes of Health?
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. NIH plays a major role in finding better ways to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent diseases. The practical health information in NIH News in Health is reviewed by NIH's medical experts and based on research conducted either by NIH's own scientists or by NIH grantees at universities and medical schools around the country. Website: http://newsinhealth.nih.gov/
For Those on Medicare
Do you know and really understand what Medicare covers? The Medicare.gov website is a great resource for understanding what Medicare is.
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Website: www.Medicare.gov
Next Question - What is Medicaid?
Medicaid is a joint federal and state program that helps with medical costs for some people with limited income and resources. Medicaid also offers benefits not normally covered by Medicare, like nursing home care and personal care services however there are spend down rules for the program.
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Website: www.Medicaid.gov
Another level of Detail with Medicaid -
The Affordable Care Act & Medicaid Expansion
The Affordable Care Act actually refers to two separate pieces of legislation - the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148) and the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (P.L. 111-152) - that, together expand Medicaid coverage to millions of low-income Americans and makes numerous changes to both Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
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VA Aid & Attendance and Housebound Pension
Veterans and survivors who are eligible for a VA pension and require the aid and attendance of another person, or are housebound, may be eligible for additional monetary payment.
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Event Highlights 
Find details at Seniors Resource Guide National News & Events - CLICK HEREMarch 13-14 - Alzheimer's Educational Conference - Palm Beach, FL
March 14 - 16 - Abilities Expo - Atlanta, GA
March 15 - My Health and Wellness Expo - Glendale, AZ 85301
March 21-22 - Annual Local Food Conference - Pittsburgh, PA
March 28, 29 & 30 - SAHBA Spring Home & Patio Show - Tucson
March 28 thru April 6 - Modern Phoenix Neighborhood Network, AZ
March 29-30 - Baby Boomer Health Fair - Scottsdale, AZ
April 2 - Senior Day at the Capitol - Denver, CO
April 4, 5 & 6 - Palm Beach Home Show - Palm Beach, FL
April 16 - National Healthcare Decisions Day
April 25-28 - Chicago International Art, Antique & Jewelry Show - IL
April 26 - My Health and Wellness Expo - Tucson, AZ
April 30 - Active Senior Expo Produced by Silver Star Expositions
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April 16, 2013 - WednesdayNational Healthcare Decisions DayNational Healthcare Decisions Day exists to inspire, educate and empower the public and professionals about the importance of Advance Care Planning. National Healthcare Decisions Day is an initiative to encourage everyone to express their wishes regarding healthcare and document those decisions. www.nhdd.orgAbout Advance DirectivesAll adults should think about what their healthcare choices would be if they are unable to speak for themselves. These decisions can be written down in an "Advance Directive" so that others know what they are. Learn more about Advance Directives - CLICK HEREThe Conversation ProjectThe Conversation Project is dedicated to helping people talk about their wishes for end-of-life care. The goal is to transform our culture so we shift from not talking about dying to talking about it. Website: www.TheConversationProject.org
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