MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'AARP.org News' source. Sat, 10 Oct 2009 19:26:55 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1849899&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_house_vote_brings_economic_relief_onestep_clo.html AARP Chief Operating Officer Tom Nelson issued the following statement following passage of the economic rescue package in the House of Representatives (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1849899 Fri, 03 Oct 2008 17:45:00 +0100 1849899 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1847052&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fwith_biden_and_palin_matched_in_favorability_tonig.html Following more than a month of intense media coverage and scrutiny of both vice presidential picks, Sen. Biden and Gov. Palin are running even with 58 percent favorability ratings among likely voters. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1847052 Thu, 02 Oct 2008 16:04:00 +0100 1847052 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1847053&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_the_house_still_has_the_opportunity_to_bring.html More than 110,000 Emails from AARP Members Have Urged Their Congressmen to Take Action (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1847053 Thu, 02 Oct 2008 15:43:00 +0100 1847053 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1843391&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_financials_ten_tips_to_survive_todays_market.html AARP Financial is providing proactive steps that people can take to help protect their nest egg amidst a financial market that is in turmoil. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1843391 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:28:00 +0100 1843391 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1839952&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_the_cost_of_congress_inaction.html AARP Chief Executive Officer Bill Novelli issued the following statement regarding the lack of bipartisanship and decisive action in Congress yesterday. In addition, AARP released an assessment entitled “The Cost of Inaction: Ten Ways It Impacts You.” (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1839952 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 18:25:00 +0100 1839952 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1836224&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_on_financial_rescue_debate_economic_pressure.html Bill Novelli, AARP’s CEO, issued the following statement on the economic rescue plan currently being debated in Congress. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1836224 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 17:50:00 +0100 1836224 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1832052&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_anger_is_not_enough_what_we_need_is_action.html On behalf of AARP’s 40 million members, AARP Chief Executive Officer Bill Novelli today issued an urgent call to the American people to demand action by our elected leaders in Washington to solve the current economic crisis. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1832052 Fri, 26 Sep 2008 22:12:00 +0100 1832052 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1828458&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_international_innovative_employer_award_debut.html Recognizing Best International Employers for Workers Over 50 Demonstrates Growing Significance of Global Aging Workforce Issues (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1828458 Thu, 25 Sep 2008 21:02:00 +0100 1828458 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1828459&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_rx_watchdog_report_finds_specialty_drug_price.html According to a report released today by AARP, drug manufacturers have substantially raised prices on the 144 specialty drugs most commonly used by people in Medicare Part D. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1828459 Thu, 25 Sep 2008 15:47:00 +0100 1828459 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1823032&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_urges_prompt_and_decisive_action_on_bipartisa.html AARP CEO Bill Novelli sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Paulson, Chairman of the Federal Reserve Bernanke, Senate and House leaders today encouraging bipartisan efforts to pass a strong financial rescue package and urging them to act quickly to bolster confidence in financial markets with the ultimate goal of making retirement income, pensions and personal savings more secure. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1823032 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 22:49:00 +0100 1823032 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1823033&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_and_google_launch_consumer_protection_videos.html AARP and Google announced today the release of a series of consumer protection videos to help educate older Americans about how to safeguard themselves while using the Internet. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1823033 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 18:28:00 +0100 1823033 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1823034&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fexclusive_nbcs_brian_williams_opens_up_about_the_h.html NBC’s Brian Williams, the most watched network news anchor in America, shares with AARP The Magazine his impressions of Senators McCain and Obama, both of whom he considers, “quality hangs…good guys to hang out with.” Williams says of Obama, “His aides often use the word serene to describe him—and it’s accurate.” He describes McCain as having “a stick-to-itiveness.” Williams also reflects on how his predecessor, Tom Brokaw, opened the door for him at NBC, and how he was inspired as a child to become a news anchor by watching Walter Cronkite with his family every night. Posing on the top of Rockefeller Center for the cover of the November/December issue of the AARP The Magazine—available September 25th and online at www.aarpmagazine.org—Williams says of this historic year in Ame... AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1823034 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 16:42:00 +0100 1823034 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1823035&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fdebates_key_for_obamamccain.html Just days before the first presidential debate, a new survey by AARP shows that the overwhelming majority (81%) of undecided voters say the match-ups will be important in deciding their vote, while most feel that they don’t know enough about the candidates’ economic and health care plans to decide yet. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1823035 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 16:28:00 +0100 1823035 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1823036&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp__cornell_university_tops_2008_list_of_best_em.html Cornell University’s students, faculty and alumni have long been known for being proud of the high academic standards of the Ivy League school located in Ithaca, New York. They now have another reason to be proud of the “Big Red.” Cornell has landed on top of the list of the 2008 AARP Best Employers for Workers Over 50, announced today by AARP CEO Bill Novelli. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1823036 Tue, 23 Sep 2008 18:42:00 +0100 1823036 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1823037&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_thanks_congress_for_approving_resolution_to_r.html Senators Pat Roberts (R-KS) and Ken Salazar (D-CO) introduced a resolution (S.Res 666) to recognize the 50th Anniversary of the founding of AARP. Representative George Miller (D-CA) also introduced the resolution (H.Res. 1464) in the House of Representatives. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1823037 Tue, 23 Sep 2008 15:04:00 +0100 1823037 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1814510&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_honors_bruce_koeppl_with_lyn_bodiford_award_f.html Today AARP lauds Bruce Koeppl, AARP Senior State Director of Iowa, with the Lyn Bodiford Award for Excellence in Advocacy. This annual award recognizes an outstanding AARP employee from either a state, regional or national Association office for his or her unrelenting service and achievement in advocacy efforts. It is named after Lyn Bodiford, an Associate State Director for Advocacy in Florida who died unexpectedly in 2003. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1814510 Mon, 22 Sep 2008 14:37:00 +0100 1814510 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1808388&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_on_medicare_premium_announcement_brief_relief.html AARP issued a statement today in response to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announcement of the 2009 Medicare premiums. The statement, from AARP Executive Vice President Nancy LeaMond, follows: (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1808388 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 15:27:00 +0100 1808388 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1808389&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_foundations_taxaide_program_honored_with_high.html The IRS Wage and Investment Division recently lauded the AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide program with its highest honor—the Commissioner’s Award. This is only the second time in the history of the award that the IRS has given this award to an external organization. The award recognizes the AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide program on its 40th anniversary for its outstanding contribution as the nation’s largest free, volunteer-run assistance and preparation service. The program is available to low-to-middle income taxpayers, with special attention to those age 60 and older. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1808389 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 14:57:00 +0100 1808389 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1805156&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_and_ucla_encourage_all_generations_to_vote_on.html Today, AARP and the UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television (TFT) open voting to the public in order to select the top student films that address two of the most critical domestic issues of our time, financial security and health care. AARP and UCLA TFT are proud to unveil the “Stolen Dreams” short-film competition, which was launched by these organizations to put an intergenerational, human face on the health care and financial security crisis in America. The UCLA students have written, directed, and produced short films that dramatize the situation. The films range in genre, from drama to comedy, animation to documentary, and showcase the consequences of a troubled health care and economic system. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1805156 Thu, 18 Sep 2008 13:58:00 +0100 1805156 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1801825&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Ffamily_caregivers_need_help_to_handle_heavy_care_d.html In a first of its kind collaboration, national organizations representing nurses, social workers, family caregivers and people age 50+ today released a report calling for a re-definition of good patient care to include those family members and friends who provide ongoing, often daily, care. Family members are very often not prepared to take on the task of caregiving – especially as many family caregivers are providing services typically reserved for registered nurses and doctors. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1801825 Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:55:00 +0100 1801825 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1793443&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_the_magazine__aarp_bulletin_to_increase_rate.html AARP, one of the world's largest member organizations with over 40 million members and the leading organization for people 50+, today announced that AARP Services Inc. Media Sales will be increasing the rate base of both its lifestyle publication AARP The Magazine and its news publication AARP Bulletin from 23.5 million to 24 million with the January/February 2009 issue. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1793443 Mon, 15 Sep 2008 16:34:00 +0100 1793443 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1793444&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_selects_expedia_to_provide_exclusive_travel_s.html AARP Services Inc. announced today a new relationship with Expedia, Inc., the world’s leading online travel company, to provide AARP members with exclusive online travel booking services and other travel-related benefits. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1793444 Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:53:00 +0100 1793444 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1787780&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_report_millions_of_lowincome_adults_cant_get.html A new report from AARP released today looks at why millions of low-income adults cannot get Medicaid and what can be done about it. The report will be released at a panel taking place on Capitol Hill sponsored by AARP and the Alliance for Health Reform. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1787780 Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:48:00 +0100 1787780 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1781639&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fvisitability_regulations_increasing_availability_o.1.html With aging boomers determined to live in their current homes as they get older, more states and jurisdictions are requiring builders to make new homes easy to visit for people of all ages and abilities by building in ground level entry, wider halls and a roomy half bath on the first floor, according to a new report from AARP (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1781639 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 16:33:00 +0100 1781639 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1781640&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fvisitability_regulations_increasing_availability_o.html With aging boomers determined to live in their current homes as they get older, more states and jurisdictions are requiring builders to make new homes easy to visit for people of all ages and abilities by building in ground level entry, wider halls and a roomy half bath on the first floor, according to a new report from AARP (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1781640 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 16:26:00 +0100 1781640 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1781641&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Famerican_dream_on_life_support__boomerplus_america.html Older Republicans and women report they are more likely to volunteer in their communities, according to a comprehensive report released today by AARP. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1781641 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:06:57 +0100 1781641 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1778083&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_and_disney_come_together_to_unite_generations.html AARP and The Walt Disney Company today announced a new relationship that brings together generations to have fun and celebrate one another. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1778083 Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:49:00 +0100 1778083 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1774601&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_50_americans_can_help_solve_our_nations_most.html AARP Chief Operating Officer Tom Nelson issued a statement today following the President’s remarks on volunteerism (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1774601 Mon, 08 Sep 2008 17:19:00 +0100 1774601 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1737865&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_energy_costs_reduce_backtoschool_and_holiday.html Today, AARP released a new survey asking Americans 45 and older how rising energy costs have impacted their day-to-day lives. Nearly 75 percent of those surveyed reported a rise in their home heating and cooling costs over the last year and nearly a third (29%) are cutting back on back-to-school shopping and more than half (57%) anticipate spending less this holiday season because of it. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1737865 Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:12:00 +0100 1737865 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1737866&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_focus_group_change_and_experience_messages_no.html An AARP focus group in Denver found that neither the Obama campaign’s focus on “change” nor the McCain campaign’s focus on “experience” appears to be working with undecided voters. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1737866 Wed, 27 Aug 2008 13:22:00 +0100 1737866 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1725299&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_launches_four_online_health_tools_to_empower.html AARP announced today that it has added four new health tools to its Web site, to help consumers get trusted, reliable online health information. These tools will enable people to do everything from choose an excellent doctor or hospital, to better understand and evaluate their own health symptoms, conditions and medicines. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1725299 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:55:00 +0100 1725299 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1712974&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2F25000_aarp_members_to_converge_in_washington_dc_fo.html AARP, one of the world's largest member organizations with over 39 million members and the leading organization for people 50+, is bringing its annual Life@50+ National Event & Expo to Washington, DC on September 4-6, 2008. This national event for AARP members and their friends and families will have something for everyone with three days of exhibits, speakers and entertainment at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1712974 Mon, 18 Aug 2008 17:16:00 +0100 1712974 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1712975&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fcell_phone_early_termination_fees_eliminated.html Consumer Cellular to Offer AARP’s Nearly 40 Million Members Cell Phone Plans that Set Higher Benchmarks for the Industry, Including Making Available Cell Phone Contracts which Eliminate Early Termination Fees (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1712975 Mon, 18 Aug 2008 16:39:00 +0100 1712975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1707276&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_millions_of_people_with_low_or_fixed_incomes.html Only two months remain for the 5.2 million low-income individuals across the nation to file a simple tax form and receive $300 to $600 dollars from the Economic Stimulus program (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1707276 Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:48:00 +0100 1707276 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1707277&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_statement_recognizing_social_securitys_73rd_a.html As today marks the 73rd anniversary of President Franklin D. Roosevelt signing the Social Security Act into law, AARP asks elected officials to focus on addressing the future adequacy and solvency of Social Security to guarantee that future generations of Americans will receive the benefits that millions of seniors depend on today (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1707277 Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:40:00 +0100 1707277 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1703926&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_poll_fighting_gas_prices_nearly_a_third_of_am.html A new poll by AARP finds that while many Americans ages 50+ are trying to move away from car transportation as a result of high gas prices, their attempt to go “green” is challenged by inadequate sidewalks and bike lanes, as well as insufficient public transportation options. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1703926 Wed, 13 Aug 2008 18:42:00 +0100 1703926 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1703927&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_services_and_hearusa_announce_new_relationshi.html Today, AARP Services and HearUSA (AMEX:EAR) one of the nation’s largest hearing care providers, announced a new relationship to supply unique hearing care solutions designed to meet the needs of AARP’s diverse 39+ million members. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1703927 Tue, 12 Aug 2008 17:09:00 +0100 1703927 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1685277&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_and_foreigner_team_up_to_launch_air_guitar_fo.html AARP, the world’s largest advocacy organization for the 50+ community, today announced it is teaming up with the legendary band Foreigner to launch “Air Guitar for My Guitar,” an air guitar and lip-sync competition in conjunction with AARP’s sponsorship of Foreigner’s “Feels Like the First Time Tour.” (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1685277 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:46:39 +0100 1685277 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1685278&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_shows_which_issues_are_critical_to_swing_vote.html AARP today released new research that defines critical, undecided “swing voters” in 6 key states this fall as well as the specific policy options that motivate them. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1685278 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:13:00 +0100 1685278 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1670483&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_nursing_home_arbitration_bill_needed_to_prote.html AARP issued a statement following today’s passage of the Fairness in Nursing Home Arbitration Act (H.R. 6126) by the House Judiciary Committee. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1670483 Wed, 30 Jul 2008 12:22:00 +0100 1670483 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1651467&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fdivided_we_fail_praises_lawmakers_for_moving_healt.html Divided We Fail—an alliance lead by AARP, Business Roundtable, Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)—issued the following statement on today’s House Ways & Means Health Subcommittee hearing on health information technology (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1651467 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:56:00 +0100 1651467 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1651468&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_medicare_trigger_ignores_real_problem__skyroc.html David Sloane, AARP’s Senior Vice President for Government Relations and Advocacy, issued the following statement on a scheduled vote today in the House of Representatives to consider a bill brought on by the Medicare “trigger” (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1651468 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:18:00 +0100 1651468 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1651469&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fexclusive_hollywood_legend_sidney_poitier_opens_up.html Known for shying away from the spotlight, Sidney Poitier opens up about experiencing racism firsthand, the state of black actors in Hollywood, the importance of his family, and why he’s a self-described loner in a rare one-on-one interview with AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world’s largest-circulation magazine with more than 34 million readers. As he approaches his 82nd birthday, Poitier reflects on his rise from a semi-literate dishwasher to venerable actor, his isolated childhood on tiny Cat Island in the Bahamas, and the racism he first experienced at age 15 when his family moved to Miami. He also discusses his successful 40-year marriage, the lessons his mother taught him, his new book Life Beyond Measure: Letters to My Great-Granddaughter, and how... AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1651469 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 13:38:00 +0100 1651469 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1648106&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_the_magazine_names_the_top_10__healthiest_pla.html AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world’s largest-circulation magazine with more than 34 million readers, today announced the top ten healthiest cities to live and retire in with Ann Arbor, MI, Honolulu, HI, Madison, WI, Santa Fe, NM, and Fargo, ND taking the top five rankings. Featured in the September/October issue, the magazine also named five additional cities that received high marks for vitality and great living conditions including Boulder, CO, Charlottesville, VA, San Francisco Bay Area, Minneapolis–St. Paul, MN, and Naples-Marco Island, FL. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1648106 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 14:18:00 +0100 1648106 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1614026&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fmccain_to_speak_at_aarps_annual_life50_national_ev.html Senator John McCain committed to addressing AARP’s Life@50+ National Event & Expo. Executive Vice President Nancy LeaMond released the following statement (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1614026 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:51:00 +0100 1614026 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1614027&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fnew_aarp_report_finds_older_americans_have_limited.html A new report by AARP’s Public Policy Institute finds promising signs and mixed results among state government efforts to balance long-term care (LTC) options under Medicaid. Unfortunately, according to the report, only four states spent more than 50 percent of their Medicaid LTC dollars for older people providing home and community based services (HCBS). The remainder of the states continues to spend the majority of their Medicaid LTC dollars for older people on institutional care, such as nursing homes. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1614027 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:28:00 +0100 1614027 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1614028&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_foundation_announces_2nd_annual_womens_schola.html The AARP Foundation today announced a call for entries to its second annual Women’s Scholarship Program. The scholarships will provide funds to women 40+ who are seeking new job skills, training and educational opportunities to support themselves and their families. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1614028 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 15:20:00 +0100 1614028 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1614029&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_identifying_atrisk_drivers_critical_to_making.html In reaction to driver licensing recommendations issued by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety today, AARP released the following statement from Executive Vice President Nancy LeaMond (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1614029 Fri, 11 Jul 2008 12:27:00 +0100 1614029 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1601807&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fsenate_does_the_right_thing_on_medicare_bill_secon.html Bill Novelli, AARP’s Chief Executive Officer, issued the following statement on today’s vote by the Senate to pass the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1601807 Wed, 09 Jul 2008 21:29:00 +0100 1601807 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1559333&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fon_medicares_anniversary_congress_still_has_work_t.html Today, on the 42nd anniversary of Medicare’s implementation, AARP issued a statement urging Congress to act quickly and pass legislation to keep Medicare fair. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1559333 Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:37:00 +0100 1559333 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1555865&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Femployee_training_study.html A new AARP national survey has found that workers age 50 and over are satisfied with employer-based training programs offered to them (79 percent), and they participate in those programs in large numbers. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1555865 Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:44:00 +0100 1555865 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1555866&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fnurse_summit.html AARP, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF), and the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) today are convening a summit of multi-stakeholder groups to identify solutions to the nurse faculty shortage that is forcing nursing schools to turn away thousands of qualified nursing candidates each year. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1555866 Thu, 26 Jun 2008 13:12:00 +0100 1555866 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1540861&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Ffalls_tips.html AARP issued a statement in response to Tuesday’s CDC Report on deaths from fall-related traumatic brain injury. The statement, from AARP Senior Vice President Elinor Ginzler, follows: (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1540861 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:46:00 +0100 1540861 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1540862&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarps_life50_national_event__expo_comes_to_washing.html AARP, one of the world's largest member organizations with over 39 million members is bringing its annual Life@50+ National Event & Expo to Washington, DC on September 4-6, 2008. This national event for AARP members and their friends and families will have something for everyone with exhibits, experts and entertainment at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1540862 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:28:00 +0100 1540862 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1534022&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fnew_study_released_by_the_center_for_the_digital_f.html Americans 50+ are increasingly becoming immersed in the Internet and in many ways can be compared to users who are decades younger, according to findings from the Center for the Digital Future released today in conjunction with AARP. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1534022 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 20:00:00 +0100 1534022 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1534023&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fjunior_achievement_and_nrta_partnership.html As a slipping economy erodes hopes that many have for achieving financial success and living the American Dream, NRTA: AARP’s Educator Support Network (formerly known as National Retired Teacher’s Association) and Junior Achievement® have joined together to help young people make healthy personal financial decisions. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1534023 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:58:00 +0100 1534023 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1534024&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Farkadium_launch.html Arkadium announced today that it has developed a free gaming portal (http://games.aarp.org/) for the revamped AARP.org Web site. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1534024 Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:41:00 +0100 1534024 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1524160&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fbankruptcy_rates_rise_among_older_americans.html With more than a million people filling for bankruptcy in 2007, a new study by Elizabeth Warren, a Leo Gottlieb Professor of Law at the Harvard Law School who compiled the study for AARP’s Public Policy Institute (PPI) shows that the rate of bankruptcy filings among those 65 and older has more than doubled since 1991. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1524160 Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:31:00 +0100 1524160 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1521250&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2F56yearold_north_dakota_native_wins_aarp_the_magazi.html AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world’s largest-circulation magazine with more than 34 million readers, today crowned Larry Grossman, age 56, of Northwood, N.D., the winner of AARP The Magazine’s National Spelling Bee for people age 50+. Grossman won the championship by correctly spelling DEBOUCH (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1521250 Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:10:00 +0100 1521250 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1511339&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_troubled_by_senates_vote_to_block_medicare_im.html AARP issued a statement in response to today’s vote to block necessary Medicare legislation in the U.S. Senate. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1511339 Thu, 12 Jun 2008 19:55:00 +0100 1511339 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1493577&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_under_heavy_economic_pressure_hispanics_45_lo.html While many middle-aged and older Hispanics are trying to work their way through the recent economic slump, many are also being forced to make difficult decisions with dire long-term consequences, according to a new survey by AARP. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1493577 Thu, 05 Jun 2008 13:15:00 +0100 1493577 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1493578&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_willing_to_host_forums_will_reach_out_to_cand.1.html AARP Executive Vice President Nancy LeaMond released the following statement today after Senator McCain restated his commitment to un-moderated forums this summer with Senator Obama; Senator Obama has already expressed a willingness to participate (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1493578 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 17:52:00 +0100 1493578 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1493579&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_to_testify_in_support_of_health_it_legislatio.html AARP will testify before the House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee today in support of health information technology legislation. AARP Board Member Dr. Byron Thames will encourage lawmakers to pass a health IT bill this year to improve the safety, effectiveness and efficiency of the country’s health care. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1493579 Wed, 04 Jun 2008 14:27:00 +0100 1493579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1441845&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_economic_survey_boomers_and_their_parents_sha.html AARP and the AARP Bulletin released the most comprehensive survey yet examining how boomers and their parents’ generation are managing the current economic downturn, from paying for everyday necessities to changing their investment strategies. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1441845 Tue, 13 May 2008 13:34:00 +0100 1441845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1421843&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_effort_to_keep_medicare_fair_moves_to_high_ge.html AARP’s latest television spot will appear beginning this week inside the Beltway on Face the Nation, Fox News Sunday, Meet the Press and This Week. It will also run during news and public affairs programming in local markets throughout the country. Print ads will run in several major market newspapers nationwide. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1421843 Tue, 06 May 2008 18:54:00 +0100 1421843 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1421844&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fbill_novelli_to_remain_ceo_of_aarp.html AARP announced today that Bill Novelli has accepted the offer from AARP’s Board of Directors to remain Chief Executive Officer until January 2010. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1421844 Tue, 06 May 2008 18:47:00 +0100 1421844 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1395787&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarps_8th_annual_day_of_service_commemorates_50th.html In keeping with its long-standing commitment to volunteer service, AARP today announced that its 8th Annual Day of Service will take place on May 8, 2008 in communities throughout the country. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1395787 Thu, 24 Apr 2008 13:28:00 +0100 1395787 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1391971&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_thanks_house_for_protecting_people_in_medicai.html AARP thanked the cosponsors and supporters of the Protecting the Medicaid Safety Net Act of 2008, which is expected to pass the U.S. House of Representatives today (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1391971 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:36:00 +0100 1391971 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1380283&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fdivided_we_fail_welcomes_leaders_project_to_nation.html The Divided We Fail initiative today welcomed the newly formed “Leaders’ Project” to the national health care debate. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1380283 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 19:28:00 +0100 1380283 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1378914&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_the_magazines_national_spelling_bee_to_take_p.html AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world’s largest-circulation magazine with more than 33 million readers, today announced it would sponsor the 13th annual National Spelling Bee on June 14, 2008 at the Little America Hotel and Resort in Cheyenne, Wyoming. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1378914 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 19:07:00 +0100 1378914 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1378915&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fwhen_it_comes_to_financial_jargon_americans_are_be.html Over Half Say Confusion, Misunderstanding Have Contributed to Investment Mistakes (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1378915 Thu, 17 Apr 2008 17:53:25 +0100 1378915 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1372810&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_services_and_focalyst_release_third_quarterly.html AARP Services and Focalyst exposed a number of common myths about the Baby Boomer generation in the third Quarterly Boomer Report released today. The report, “How Well Do You Know Boomers? Counting Down the Top 10 Boomer Myths,” identified and investigated the top myths associated with Boomers in order to separate fact from fiction. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1372810 Tue, 15 Apr 2008 11:56:39 +0100 1372810 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1370405&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_endorses_bipartisan_bill_to_strengthen_health.html Long-Term Care Workforce Unprepared to Handle Aging Population, AARP-Funded Report Finds (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1370405 Mon, 14 Apr 2008 17:48:00 +0100 1370405 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1363292&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_comments_on_senate_housing_bill_final_passage.html AARP is disappointed the legislation failed to include needed provisions that would help prevent foreclosures. While we appreciate the inclusion of the reverse mortgage provisions of the FHA Modernization Act, we hope this bill is the down payment on a broader overall effort to protect millions of American families from the crashing housing market. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1363292 Thu, 10 Apr 2008 16:27:00 +0100 1363292 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1357784&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarporg_redesigned_as_the_new_online_destination_f.html AARP, the world’s largest membership organization for the 50+ community, today announced the relaunch of its Web site, AARP.org. The new Web site targets boomers with social networking opportunities, expert content and entertainment tailored to their unique needs. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1357784 Tue, 08 Apr 2008 14:39:00 +0100 1357784 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1355235&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_launches_effort_to_keep_medicare_fair.html With lawmakers returning to Washington, AARP announced the launch of a new effort to “Keep Medicare Fair” when Congress takes up legislation this spring. A new web site, KeepMedicareFair.org, and print advertising will kick off AARP’s work this week with more to come as Congress approaches its June 30 deadline for action. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1355235 Mon, 07 Apr 2008 17:10:00 +0100 1355235 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1339382&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarps_new_book_caring_for_your_parents_online_chan.html Caring for Your Parents, The Complete Family Guide: Practical Advice You Can Trust from the Experts at AARP Hits Bookstores April 1, 2008 (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1339382 Mon, 31 Mar 2008 18:09:00 +0100 1339382 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1333732&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Folder_people_want_to_use_technology_to_help_them_r.html Study finds people 65-plus willingness to try technology like sensors to detect falls and devices to regulate temperature, lights, and appliances, but cost, perception, and technical issues remain challenges (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1333732 Fri, 28 Mar 2008 16:38:00 +0100 1333732 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1330816&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_to_celebrate_its_50th_anniversary_with_starst.html AARP, the world’s largest advocacy organization for the 50+ community, today announced it will bring a star studded, two-hour musical event entitled, “Songs of Soul and Inspiration” to the Philips Arena in Atlanta, GA on June 21, 2008. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1330816 Thu, 27 Mar 2008 20:07:00 +0100 1330816 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1330817&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_and_ncoa_launch_new_resource_as_part_of_stimu.html The AARP Foundation and the National Council on Aging (NCOA) today launched a user-friendly online tool to simplify the economic stimulus payment application process for millions of Americans who are not otherwise required to file income tax returns. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1330817 Thu, 27 Mar 2008 13:33:00 +0100 1330817 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1326907&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fcontrolling_rising_health_care_costs_longterm_solv.html Today’s report reaffirms the need to move beyond partisan politics to address the longer term reforms of our health care system and the financial challenges in retirement. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1326907 Tue, 25 Mar 2008 19:31:00 +0100 1326907 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1320003&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fvavavaboomer_hollywood_icon_jamie_lee_curtis_goes.html Straight-talking actress Jamie Lee Curtis sat down with AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world’s largest-circulation magazine with more than 33 million readers, for a candid interview about her upcoming 50th birthday, embracing the years ahead with vitality and vigor, and putting her family first. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1320003 Fri, 21 Mar 2008 18:12:00 +0100 1320003 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1316225&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Ftravel_guru_peter_greenberg_signs_on_as_aarp_trave.html AARP, the largest membership organization for people 50+, today announced that renowned travel expert Peter Greenberg has signed on to become AARP’s new travel editor at large. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1316225 Thu, 20 Mar 2008 12:30:00 +0100 1316225 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1315046&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fgenerations_x_and_y_see_changing_retirement_landsc.html Members of Generations X and Y, acknowledging that they need to pick up the slack when it comes to planning for their futures, are thinking about retirement and have defined financial goals according to a report released today by the Divided We Fail group (AARP, Business Roundtable, National Federation of Independent Business and the Service Employees International Union) and the American Savings Education Council (ASEC). (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1315046 Wed, 19 Mar 2008 13:57:00 +0100 1315046 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1298492&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_urges_congress_to_support_house_and_senate_bu.html As lawmakers continue work on the FY2009 budget, AARP issued a statement urging Members of Congress to support the House and Senate budget resolutions and to oppose harmful amendments that would negatively impact older Americans. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1298492 Wed, 12 Mar 2008 18:44:00 +0100 1298492 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1283024&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_launches_aarp_tv_original_programming.html AARP, the largest membership organization for people 50+, today announced the launch of AARP TV, a franchise that will create original lifestyle and news content catering to the boomer and 50+ demographic. AARP TV’s first two syndicated television shows—Inside E Street and My Generation—will debut on March 10 and 11, 2008, respectively and be distributed through and air on Retirement Living Television (RLTV) which reaches more than 29 million households nationwide. These two weekly half-hour shows extend from AARP’s lifestyle and news platforms as well as select single-topic specials. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1283024 Thu, 06 Mar 2008 16:23:00 +0100 1283024 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1280197&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_report_finds_brand_name_drug_prices_continue.html According to a report released today by AARP, pharmaceutical companies have substantially raised prices on 220 brand name prescription drugs most commonly used by people in Medicare Part D since the implementation of the drug benefit in 2006 (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1280197 Wed, 05 Mar 2008 14:27:00 +0100 1280197 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1274518&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fnancy_leamond_to_lead_aarp_government_relations__a.html AARP today announced that Nancy LeaMond has expanded her portfolio as the Executive Vice President of Social Impact, taking on the additional responsibilities of leading the Government Relations & Advocacy and Outreach & Service units. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1274518 Mon, 03 Mar 2008 16:04:00 +0100 1274518 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1264397&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_global_network_expands_international_reach.html Italian and Canadian Organizations Serving the 50+ Population Join the Network (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1264397 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 18:22:00 +0100 1264397 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1264398&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Falarming_rates_of_poverty_persist_among_older_wome.html AARP: Marriage, Employment, and Health Key Variables In Determining Wealth As Women Age (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1264398 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 14:04:00 +0100 1264398 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1248691&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fhealth_care_financial_security_and_consumer_protec.html AARP today introduced its top legislative priorities for 2008. Representing more than 39 million Americans, the advocacy organization will work with national and state leaders to ensure that all Americans have access to affordable health care and prescription drugs, lifetime financial security and stronger consumer protections. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1248691 Thu, 21 Feb 2008 16:21:00 +0100 1248691 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1234037&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Flivable_communities_awards.html AARP and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) today announced a call for entries for the second annual Livable Communities Award to honor forward-looking housing industry professionals who have designed and built creative and unique homes that improve the daily comfort, ease of use and safety for the people who live in the homes them. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1234037 Fri, 15 Feb 2008 16:03:24 +0100 1234037 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1230059&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_responds_to_presidents_signing_of_bipartisan.html Washington, DC – Bill Novelli, AARP’s CEO, issued the following statement after the President signed into law a bipartisan economic stimulus package passed by Congress last week. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1230059 Wed, 13 Feb 2008 21:41:00 +0100 1230059 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1228489&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fdivided_we_fail_commends_bipartisan_senate_leaders.html AARP, Business Roundtable, SEIU and NFIB – which collectively represent more than 53 million Americans and together make up Divided We Fail – today announced their support for legislation that would give businesses a powerful new incentive to provide customized tools that help employees better manage their own health and wellness. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1228489 Wed, 13 Feb 2008 19:07:50 +0100 1228489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1217215&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_responds_to_senate_passage_of_bipartisan_econ.html Bill Novelli, AARP’s CEO, issued the following statement in response the U.S. Senate passage of a bipartisan economic stimulus package. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1217215 Fri, 08 Feb 2008 13:12:00 +0100 1217215 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1214366&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_announces_winners_of_u50.html Today AARP announced the winners of its U@50 Challenge. The contest, launched in August 2007 on YouTube, gave people between the ages of 18 and 30 the chance to submit short videos on the subject of what they expect their lives to be like at age 50. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1214366 Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:03:00 +0100 1214366 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1214367&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fdelta_dental_promotes_preventive_dental_care_with.html AARP-branded Delta Dental plans now include a third annual cleaning as a covered benefit (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1214367 Thu, 07 Feb 2008 16:18:00 +0100 1214367 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1214368&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_responds_to_senate_vote_on_economic_stimulus.html David Sloane, AARP’s Director of Government Relations and Advocacy, issued the following statement in response to a failed procedural vote in the U.S. Senate that would have allowed consideration of a bipartisan economic stimulus package introduced by Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus (D-MT) and Ranking Member Chuck Grassley (R-IA). (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1214368 Thu, 07 Feb 2008 15:40:00 +0100 1214368 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1206064&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fstimulus_package.html AARP poll finds overwhelming support for rebate checks for people dependent on Social Security (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1206064 Tue, 05 Feb 2008 17:00:00 +0100 1206064 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1187984&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_saddened_by_the_loss_of_robert_m_ball.html AARP Policy Director John Rother released the following statement on the passing of Robert M. Ball, the founder of the National Academy of Social Insurance (NASI) and long-time champion of American social insurance programs. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1187984 Wed, 30 Jan 2008 18:26:00 +0100 1187984 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1185311&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fstatement_by_aarp_ceo_bill_novelli_on_president_bu.html AARP CEO Bill Novelli made the following statement today in response to President Bush’s State of the Union address: (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1185311 Tue, 29 Jan 2008 03:11:00 +0100 1185311 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1182368&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_responds_to_senate_economic_stimulus_proposal.html Bill Novelli, AARP’s CEO, issued the following statement in response to a federal economic stimulus proposal by Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus. AARP will host a conference call press briefing today at 1:30 to discuss tonight’s State of the Union address and economic stimulus proposals; see details below. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1182368 Mon, 28 Jan 2008 18:55:00 +0100 1182368 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1182369&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fthe_50_set_strikes_a_pose_aarp_the_magazine_select.html AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world’s largest-circulation magazine with more than 33 million readers, today announced the winners of the 2008 Faces of 50+ Real People Model Search supported by RoC. The Faces of 50+ Real People Model Search looks for vivacious, active men and women who reflect AARP The Magazine’s belief that beauty and style don’t expire as you age. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1182369 Mon, 28 Jan 2008 16:26:00 +0100 1182369 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1168472&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp__vets_benefit_from_washington_working_togethe.html AARP’s Bulletin website - aarp.org/bulletin – reported today that $3.7 billion in additional funding for Veterans Administration (VA) hospitals has been released after Congress and the White House came together. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1168472 Fri, 18 Jan 2008 21:38:00 +0100 1168472 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1157614&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_the_magazine_keeps_the_hollywood_red_carpet_a.html Jamie Lee Curtis, John Cleese Among Those Stepping Out to Honor the ‘Silver’ Screen’s Best Films of 2007 at Feb. 4th Awards Gala in Los Angeles (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1157614 Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:03:00 +0100 1157614 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1157615&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Firs_us_small_business_administration_and_peace_cor.html The Internal Revenue Service, the U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Disaster Assistance and the Peace Corps today became the first federal agencies to join AARP’s National Employer Team. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1157615 Thu, 17 Jan 2008 15:34:00 +0100 1157615 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1154855&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fdivided_we_fails_first_year_shows_impressive_suppo.html Divided We Fail marks its first anniversary this week as the initiative continues to press candidates and elected officials to make access to quality, affordable health care and long-term financial security top issues in the national political debate. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1154855 Wed, 16 Jan 2008 15:36:00 +0100 1154855 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1144525&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fpostdebate_statement_from_aarp_director_of_media_r.html With nearly 8 in 10 AARP members undecided about who they will support in the upcoming South Carolina primary next week, tonight's debate was a critical opportunity for the candidates to make their closing arguments to them and voters across the nation. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1144525 Fri, 11 Jan 2008 15:37:05 +0100 1144525 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1138888&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fstatement_from_aarp_director_of_media_relations_ma.html Nearly half of all voters in today's primaries in New Hampshire were 50-plus and the issues important to this age group continue to be important to all. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1138888 Wed, 09 Jan 2008 04:10:00 +0100 1138888 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1135792&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_statement_on_proposed_part_d_lowincome_rule.html AARP issued a statement in reaction to today’s notice of proposed rulemaking by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on the Medicare Prescription Drug Program’s Low-Income Subsidy (LIS). (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1135792 Tue, 08 Jan 2008 19:30:00 +0100 1135792 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1133341&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fpostdebate_statement_from_aarp_new_hampshire_state.html Manchester, NH – With fewer candidates at tonight's forum, the Republicans running for President had a chance to talk in great detail about the issues that are on the minds of Americans, as well as those in New Hampshire. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1133341 Mon, 07 Jan 2008 02:17:00 +0100 1133341 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1133342&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fpostdebate_statement_from_aarp_new_hampshire_state.1.html Manchester, NH – These debates are supposed to provide a forum for the Democratic and Republican candidates to share their substantive ideas about how they can help alleviate the day to day concerns of millions of Americans, as well as an opportunity to talk about how they would end the partisan gridlock plaguing our government. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1133342 Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1133342 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1129180&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_statement_from_director_of_government_relatio.html Baby boomers were engaged and involved in the Iowa caucuses at significant levels, with polling showing over 70 percent of Republican and 60 percent of Democratic caucus goers over the age of 45. Further, entrance polling shows these caucus goers are concerned about where the candidates are on the most pressing domestic issues: health care and financial security. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1129180 Fri, 04 Jan 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1129180 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1125528&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_issue_polls_shows_south_carolina_aarp_members.html With less than a month to the start of the South Carolina presidential primaries, AARP released a poll today of 1,010 of AARP South Carolina members who say they may vote in either primary. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1125528 Wed, 02 Jan 2008 17:43:00 +0100 1125528 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1125529&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_calls_new_eeoc_policy_a_civil_rights_and_econ.html AARP Legislative Policy Director David Certner gave the following statement today in response to a new Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) rule. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1125529 Thu, 27 Dec 2007 17:46:00 +0100 1125529 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1107915&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_services_inc_and_focalyst_release_second_quar.html WASHINGTON DC – Socially conscious attitudes are a driving force for how boomers shop and the brands they choose to buy according to the second Boomer Quarterly Report from AARP Services, Inc. and Focalyst. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1107915 Thu, 20 Dec 2007 15:15:00 +0100 1107915 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1105337&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fnevada_survey_suggests_voters_still_want_more_from.html With only 30 days until Nevada’s caucuses, AARP members identifying themselves as likely caucus goers still indicate they are not yet settled on their candidate preferences, and the issues of health and financial security will weigh on their caucus decisions. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1105337 Wed, 19 Dec 2007 18:49:00 +0100 1105337 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1102660&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_calls_medicare_bill_woefully_inadequate.html As Congress approaches the end of the legislative year, AARP Director of Government Relations David Sloane issued the following statement on efforts to pass a package of Medicare improvements. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1102660 Tue, 18 Dec 2007 18:30:00 +0100 1102660 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1102661&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_report_shows_how_states_can_help_prevent_abus.html A new report by AARP’s Public Policy Institute (PPI) identifies effective practices for monitoring court-appointed adult guardians, reducing the chances for abuses that occur when oversight is lax. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1102661 Thu, 13 Dec 2007 14:12:00 +0100 1102661 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1092430&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_statement_on_todays_republican_presidential_d.html AARP Director of Media Relations Mark Kitchens made the following statement about today’s debate: (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1092430 Wed, 12 Dec 2007 21:00:00 +0100 1092430 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1089647&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_groundbreaking_report_focuses_on_future_of_re.html A groundbreaking report released today by AARP’s Public Policy Institute (PPI) found that while consumers are initially favorable and increasingly aware of reverse mortgages, high costs and other obstacles prevent many older homeowners from applying for these loans. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1089647 Wed, 12 Dec 2007 18:32:00 +0100 1089647 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1083682&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fnew_aarp_iowa_issue_survey_members_still_want_to_h.html With only three weeks until Iowa’s first-in-the-nation caucuses, Iowa AARP members of both political parties say they are following the campaign closely, they are not yet settled on their candidate preferences, and the issues of health and financial security will weigh on their caucus decisions. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1083682 Mon, 10 Dec 2007 19:30:00 +0100 1083682 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1083683&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fretirees_may_be_using_inefficient_financial_strate.html A new survey shows that retirees, highly concerned about running out of financial assets, may be overly focused on preserving their savings principal and needlessly reducing their quality of life. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1083683 Mon, 10 Dec 2007 19:02:00 +0100 1083683 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1078370&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_baffled_by_administrations_medicare_inconsist.html Earlier this week, the administration submitted “principles” it set-out to prevent a possible veto of Medicare legislation. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1078370 Fri, 07 Dec 2007 19:12:00 +0100 1078370 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1078371&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_announces_efforts_to_support_the_sister_study.html AARP, the nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 plus announced that it will help recruit older women for the Sister Study, a landmark breast cancer study of 50,000 sisters of women who have had breast cancer. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1078371 Fri, 07 Dec 2007 15:07:00 +0100 1078371 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1069577&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_marks_40th_anniversary_of_landmark_civil_righ.html As the American workforce gets older, employment law experts told an AARP forum about the historical importance and future role of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), a landmark civil rights bill enacted 40 years ago to enforce workplace fairness for older workers. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1069577 Tue, 04 Dec 2007 17:00:00 +0100 1069577 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1069578&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fbrendan_worldwide_vacations_new_aarp_travel_provid.html AARP Services Inc. and Brendan Worldwide Vacations today announced a preferred provider relationship that will help AARP’s 39 million members to travel throughout the world at a discount. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1069578 Tue, 04 Dec 2007 16:00:00 +0100 1069578 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1069579&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Ftennis_legend_martina_navratilova_signs_on_as_aarp.html AARP, the world’s largest advocacy organization for the 50+ community, today announced a new relationship with tennis legend Martina Navratilova in which she will serve as the Health & Fitness ambassador to AARP’s 39 million members. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1069579 Tue, 04 Dec 2007 15:00:00 +0100 1069579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1069580&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fdivided_we_fail_presidential_sidebyside_to_reach_2.html A month out from the first caucus in Iowa, Divided We Fail and AARP are providing AARP members with the information they need come Election Day to decide which candidate best represents their views on health care and financial security. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1069580 Mon, 03 Dec 2007 17:00:00 +0100 1069580 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1059307&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_chief_people_officer_ellie_hollander_earns_wo.html Ellie Hollander, AARP’s Chief People Officer, will be honored November 29, 2007, with Washington Business Journal’s Women Who Mean Business award. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1059307 Thu, 29 Nov 2007 20:05:00 +0100 1059307 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1059308&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Folder_americans_extremely_concerned_about_identity.html The beginning of the holiday shopping season has raised concerns about identity theft and the role of security freezes, an important tool for protecting critical personal information. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1059308 Thu, 29 Nov 2007 16:15:00 +0100 1059308 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1059309&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fpost_debate_statement_from_aarp_florida_state_dire.html Again, tonight's debate lacked a real discussion of the kitchen table issues that Americans are talking about day in and day out. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1059309 Thu, 29 Nov 2007 03:15:00 +0100 1059309 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1059310&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fcaroline_kennedy_gary_sinise_to_be_honored_at_aarp.html AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world’s largest-circulation magazine with 33 million readers, today announced the recipients of its 2008 Inspire Awards. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1059310 Wed, 28 Nov 2007 15:00:00 +0100 1059310 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1053442&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_survey_reveals_about_half_of_people_50plus_st.html With the holiday season fast approaching, many older Americans are risking their health and the health of those around them by skipping their annual flu shot. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1053442 Tue, 27 Nov 2007 15:58:00 +0100 1053442 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1053443&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Ffirstever_livable_communities_award_winners_announ.html AARP and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) today announced that two builders, two developers and one remodeler will receive the groups’ co-sponsored 2007 Livable Communities Award for forward thinking in the field of home and community design. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1053443 Tue, 27 Nov 2007 15:00:00 +0100 1053443 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1053444&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_supports_cms_move_toward_payforperformance.html AARP director of Public Policy John Rother released the following statement today regarding the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS) announcement that beginning next year Medicare will tie a portion of hospital payments to performance. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1053444 Mon, 26 Nov 2007 21:00:00 +0100 1053444 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1053445&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_forums_encourage_constituents_to_urge_congres.html AARP offices in eight states will host forums across the country this week and next to encourage constituents to help strengthen Medicare. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1053445 Mon, 26 Nov 2007 16:50:00 +0100 1053445 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1036417&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_cms_publication_of_poor_performing_nursing_ho.html WASHINGTON— AARP Legislative Counsel David Certner made the following statement today in response to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) announcement regarding poor performing nursing homes in the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program: (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1036417 Mon, 19 Nov 2007 17:20:00 +0100 1036417 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1036418&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fsemana_de_la_fe_de_divididos_perdemos_para_plantea.html Washington, DC – Entre el 17 y el 25 de noviembre, AARP estará llegando a más de 200 comunidades religiosas diferentes para pedirles que reflexionen sobre los asuntos más importantes que enfrenta la nación. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1036418 Mon, 19 Nov 2007 17:18:00 +0100 1036418 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1036419&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fdivided_we_fail_faith_week_to_raise_health_and_fin.html From November 17 through the 25, AARP will be reaching out to more than 200 diverse communities of faith to ask them to reflect on the most important domestic issues facing the nation. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1036419 Mon, 19 Nov 2007 17:12:00 +0100 1036419 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1036420&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_statement_on_cnn_debate_in_las_vegas.html Tonight's debate was breathtakingly lacking in the questions and answers regarding the issues AARP members care about the most. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1036420 Fri, 16 Nov 2007 03:20:00 +0100 1036420 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1029404&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_notes_medicare_part_d_open_enrollment_starts.html AARP released a statement today on Medicare open enrollment by Cheryl Matheis, AARP Director of Health Strategies: (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1029404 Thu, 15 Nov 2007 15:43:00 +0100 1029404 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1026336&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fhealth_care_reform_its_the_costs_stupid.html Yesterday, the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released a report stating that if U.S. health care cost trends continue it could rise to 49 percent of GDP – up from 16 percent today. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1026336 Wed, 14 Nov 2007 19:16:00 +0100 1026336 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1023567&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_survey_finds_medicare_drug_plans_are_prescrip.html A new AARP survey released today finds that since enrolling in a Medicare drug plan more than 8 in 10 people have not skipped a dose of medication, taken less than their prescribed dose or decided not to fill a prescription. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1023567 Tue, 13 Nov 2007 19:35:00 +0100 1023567 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1023568&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_report_planning_the_size_of_retirement_nest_e.html Planning the size of a retirement nest egg can be a critical first step to building lifetime economic security at a time when many American households are ill-prepared and informed about their long-term financial outlook, according to “Retirement Preparedness: The Haves and Have-Nots,” a recent report released by AARP. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1023568 Tue, 13 Nov 2007 15:00:00 +0100 1023568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1020673&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fleading_hollywood_nonprofit_groups_join_movement_t.html Hollywood’s leading nonprofit organizations, the Entertainment Industry Foundation (EIF) and the Motion Picture & Television Fund (MPTF), have joined the “Divided We Fail” national movement led by AARP to bring attention to the domestic issues that worry Americans most: health care and financial security. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1020673 Mon, 12 Nov 2007 15:00:00 +0100 1020673 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1014320&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fboomers_talking_but_not_planning_for_their_parents.html The good news, according to a new AARP study, is nearly 70 percent of boomer women are talking with their parents about how they will live independently as they get older; the bad news is only 40 percent of families are actually planning for it. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1014320 Thu, 08 Nov 2007 17:52:03 +0100 1014320 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=997784&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Fnfib_joins_aarp_business_roundtable_and_seiu_in_di.html Group representing millions of small businesses and their employees join effort to influence debate on critical domestic issues (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=997784 Thu, 01 Nov 2007 14:31:00 +0100 997784 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=997785&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_majority_of_smokers_favor_increased_tobacco_t.html Another promised veto delays health care for millions of children (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=997785 Wed, 31 Oct 2007 20:00:00 +0100 997785 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=994114&cid=s_27948_4_f&fid=27948&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aarp.org%2Fresearch%2Fpress-center%2Fpresscurrentnews%2Faarp_ceo_bill_novelli_tells_lawmakers_controlling.html Washington – In Congressional testimony today, the head of AARP told lawmakers what American families already know – that the most important fiscal problem facing our country is the skyrocketing costs of health care. (Source: AARP.org News) AARP.org News news http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=994114 Wed, 31 Oct 2007 13:00:00 +0100 994114