Aging
What to know now that hearing aids are available over the counter
Starting Monday, hearing aids will be available to buy over the counter across the U.S.
2 years ago
Two biotech companies announced last week that preliminary trial data show their new Alzheimer’s drug, lecanemab, slowed cognitive decline.
2 years ago
The Regional Roundup – October 3, 2022
A treatment for Alzheimer’s may be on the horizon. And, the monarch butterfly's migration through South Jersey. Chief Kevin Bethel discusses the Roxborough HS shooting.
Air Date: October 3, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:30No one likes paying taxes, but local property taxes in Pennsylvania are especially loathed.
2 years ago
Workers at 14 Pennsylvania nursing homes go on strike
Workers from 14 Pennsylvania nursing homes went on strike Friday after marathon contract negotiations failed to produce a deal.
2 years ago
Thousands of Pa. nursing home workers may strike despite $600M for care in state budget
Workers for two for-profit companies fear the bulk of the money won’t be used to alleviate longer working hours, expanded job responsibilities, and more.
2 years ago
Philly network of nonprofits aims to prevent and prosecute elder abuse
According to the National Council on Aging, 1 in 10 elderly people has been victims of financial or material exploitation, at a cost of $36.5 billion annually.
2 years ago
Over-the-counter hearing aids expected this fall in U.S.
Millions of Americans will be able to buy hearing aids without a prescription later this fall, under a long-awaited rule finalized Tuesday.
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Philly’s ‘Heatline’ is seeing an increase in demand amid dangerous heat
The city’s Corporation for Aging says calls to its “Heatline” are up 48% over this time last year.
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Seeking advice? The ‘Old Coots and Company’ share free wisdom down the shore
A group of senior citizens doles out advice every Friday morning at the Ventnor Farmer’s Market. “It may not be the best advice, but it’s free.”
2 years ago
Listen 2:04Accepting our bodies: positivity, neutrality and self-esteem
We'll talk about the ever-changing, impossible body image standards for men and women of all ages, and how we can feel more confident about ourselves and the way we look.
Air Date: July 27, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:14Wolf, nursing homes come to agreement to boost staff
Wolf on Monday signed legislation authorizing nearly $300 million a year in additional Medicaid reimbursements, or nearly 20% more.
2 years ago
Lawmakers slash proposal to nearly double property tax credit for Delaware seniors
GOP Rep. Kevin Hensley said the state’s nearly $700 million budget surplus warranted a larger credit. Dems who control the budget-writing panel thought otherwise.
2 years ago
The world’s oldest person, Japan’s Kane Tanaka, dies at age 119
Although she didn't quite make it to her goal of 120 years old, Kane Tanaka still lived long enough to become the world's oldest person.
2 years ago
New laws let visitors see loved ones in health care facilities, even in an outbreak
To contain the spread of COVID, hospitals and nursing homes barred visits, but the separation and isolation took a toll. Now, some states are trying to ensure access.
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