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News by Topic: Elderly population

Nov 13, 2024 - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) is seeking applications for individuals for membership on the following national advisory committees: National Advisory Committee on Individuals with Disabilities and Disasters (NACIDD), the National Advisory Committee on Seniors and Disasters (NACSD), and the National Biodefense Science Board (NBSB). Applications are due by January 11, 2025.
Source: Federal Register
Nov 12, 2024 - Pre-publication notice from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announcing Medicare's Hospital Insurance (Part A) premium for uninsured enrollees in calendar year (CY) 2025. The premium is paid by enrollees aged 65 and over who are not otherwise eligible for Part A benefits and by certain disabled individuals who have exhausted other entitlement. This premium is effective on January 1, 2025.
Source: Federal Register
Oct 28, 2024 - Interviews Carrie Henning-Smith about aging in place and social connection, highlighting the challenges and benefits in rural communities. Discusses Minnesota-based programming on the topic, community involvement, and recent research.
Source: Next Avenue, The John A. Hartford Foundation
Oct 24, 2024 - Announces the release of a report sharing best practices, models, research, and policies related to rural age-friendly care. Highlights the partnership between the National Rural Health Association and The John A. Hartford Foundation in addressing age-friendly care for rural older adults.
Source: National Rural Health Association
Oct 11, 2024 - Reports on the increased vulnerability to heat for older residents with more limited healthcare access in Tennessee. Notes that Tennessee has had the second highest number of rural hospital closures since 2010. Discusses other variables not studied which may also impact vulnerability.
Source: Tennessee Lookout
Sep 21, 2024 - Highlights the Supporting Community, Outpatient, Urgent Care & Telehealth Services (SCOUTS) program from the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. The program offers home visits in the days following an emergency department visit by an older veteran. Notes the benefits of the program for rural veterans that may not have access to other services and plans to expand the program into rural areas.
Source: VA News
Sep 17, 2024 - Examines recent growth in the number of older adults who live alone and highlights their diverse experiences and perspectives. Notes that this demographic is at higher risk for a range of health issues - and older adults living alone in rural areas may face additional transportation barriers to healthcare access.
Source: KFF Health News