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About 126,000 Minnesota Women of Childbearing Age Live in Counties Without Hospital Birth Care, Up 48% Since 2010

New University of Minnesota data show about 126,000 Minnesota women of childbearing age live in counties without hospital-based delivery care, raising concerns about travel, access and birth safety.

Medical Daily · 8h ago

Beyond Retirement: Why India needs a new architecture for ageing

India’s retirement planning focuses heavily on money and healthcare but often overlooks the need for continued cognitive stimulation, social connection and a sense of purpose in later life. Drawing on the Saptasopan model and personal experience, the author argues that structured senior-engagement programmes should be scaled through CSR, housing communities,…

The Economic Times · 13h ago

After 27 years, nurse Karen Barlow retires; memorable moments are parents holding sick children's hands

Karen Barlow marks the end of a remarkable 27-year journey with the Royal Flying Doctor Service in Australia. Her dedication to providing vital medical assistance to those in isolated regions is commendable. Barlow not only offered solace during treacherous medical flights but also fostered strong connections with families in crisis.…

The Times of India · 16h ago

People in denial about ageing and unaware of social care costs – review leader

Baroness Louise Casey accused successive governments of being ‘asleep at the wheel’ on funding and provision.

Evening Standard · Nov 11

‘No one is in charge’: social care system in England in chaos, Louise Casey to say

Head of major review into adult social care will say that governments have been ‘asleep at the wheel’ of vital system

The Guardian - UK · Nov 11

Allied health staff launch case over 'impossible' wages

Around 27,000 allied health workers will be affected by the outcome of a landmark industrial relations case that calls for a 20 per cent pay boost.

AAP · Nov 10

People in deprived areas of England more than twice as likely to die early, study shows

Premature death risk also varies according to employment and qualifications, shows analysis ‘laying bare the scale of inequalities’

The Guardian - UK · Nov 10

Pope visits struggling Argentine home for people with disabilities to press economic message

Pope Leo XIV is doubling down on his call for Argentina to look out for the weakest

The Independent UK · Nov 9

Indian parents getting US residency? 6 financial implications to consider before applying

Investments in bank accounts, mutual funds, shares and other assets will have to be reviewed and modified. It is illegal under India’s FEMA to hold resident bank and demat accounts after moving abroad on a permanent resident status. All such accounts must be converted to non-resident, and FATCA forms disclosing…

The Economic Times · Nov 9

What Federal Data Says About the Financial Cost of Family Caregiving

Millions of Americans are providing unpaid care to aging parents, spouses, and other relatives while trying to maintain their own financial security. The work may...

Saving Advice · Nov 8