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Sick Profit: Investigating Private Equity’s Stealthy Takeover of Health Care Across Cities and Specialties
November 21, 2022: Two-year-old Zion Gastelum died just days after dentists performed root canals and put crowns on six baby teeth at a clinic affiliated with a private equity firm. His parents sued the Kool Smiles dental clinic in Yuma, Arizona, Read More >
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Kaiser Health News: Say What? Hearing Aids Available Over-the-Counter for as Low as $199, and Without a Prescription
October 21, 2022: Starting Monday, consumers will be able to buy hearing aids directly off store shelves and at dramatically lower prices as a 2017 federal law finally takes effect. Where for decades it cost thousands of dollars to get a device Read More >
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Clearing Pollution Helps Clear the Fog of Aging — And May Cut the Risk of Dementia
September 22, 2022: During the past decade, a growing body of research has shown that air pollution harms older adults’ brains, contributing to cognitive decline and dementia. What hasn’t been clear is whether improving air quality would benefit Read More >
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While Inflation Takes a Toll on Seniors, Billions of Dollars in Benefits Go Unused
September 15, 2022: Millions of older adults are having trouble making ends meet, especially during these inflationary times. Yet many don’t realize help is available, and some notable programs that offer financial assistance are underused. A fe Read More >
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Wisconsin Senator Doubles Down on Plans to Slash Earned Retirement Benefits on Campaign Trail
September 06, 2022: Senator Ron Johnson (WI) this week discussed how to “coax” retirees back into the labor force during a tele town hall on Wednesday night. Earlier, Johnson suggested that earned benefits should be re-approved by Congress on an Read More >
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Charlie Crist to Take on Ron DeSantis for Florida Governor after Winning Democratic Primary
August 29, 2022: Rep. Charlie Crist (D) cruised to a primary victory over state Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried in Florida on Tuesday and will face Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) in November in the important race for Florida governor. “Charlie Cr Read More >
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Richard Fiesta Addresses APWU Retirees in Maryland
August 19, 2022: Executive Director Fiesta was in National Harbor, Maryland Saturday to address the American Postal Workers Union (APWU) Retirees Conference. During his presentation he discussed the senior vote in the 2022 midterm elections and th Read More >
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New Resolutions Honor Leaders, Address Social Security and Right to Vote and More
August 01, 2022: The Alliance’s policy agenda is set during quadrennial meetings of its membership and our board. New York State Alliance President Barry Kaufmann, Resolutions Committee Chair, facilitated discussion and the enactment of fifte Read More >
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National Meeting Includes VIP Remarks, Greetings
August 01, 2022: Rep. John Larson (CT) spoke at the National Meeting about the latest developments to his bill to expand Social Security, H.R. 5723, Social Security 2100: A Sacred Trust, and thanked the Alliance for its support of Social Security Read More >
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‘True Cost of Aging’ Index Shows Many Seniors Can’t Afford Basic Necessities
July 25, 2022: Fran Seeley, 81, doesn’t see herself as living on the edge of a financial crisis. But she’s uncomfortably close. Each month, Seeley, a retired teacher, gets $925 from Social Security and a $287 disbursement from an individu Read More >