Jersey approves bill to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill adults Assembly members voted on Wednesday in favour of the bill, which will need royal assent before it becomes law The Guardian - UK · Feb 26
Patients dead as hospital build sparks fungal outbreak Sydney's largest public hospital admits construction works sparked an outbreak of a fungal infection that left two patients dead and four more sick. AAP · Feb 26
Cruel comments, racism and cover-ups: key findings from England’s maternity care report Investigation finds instances of shocking maternity staff conduct alongside structural and staffing problems The Guardian - UK · Feb 26
Aging‑in‑Place Upgrades Are Rising in New York. Here’s What Seniors Can Get Help Paying For Throughout the United States, around 46% of Americans 65+ have taken the steps they need to effectively (and safely) age in place. New York is... Saving Advice · Feb 25
How quickly can Brits book a GP appointment? Survey finds worrying numbers avoid calling doctors when ill A new survey finds a significant number of Brits are postponing GP appointments due to appointment concerns and confidence issues in NHS services. Evening Standard · Feb 25
South Korea’s birthrate rises again – thanks to ‘echo boomers’ ‘Echo boomers’ and changing family attitudes fuel strongest birth rebound in nearly 20 years but demographic challenges remain The Independent UK · Feb 25
South Korea’s birthrate rises for second year with experts saying ‘echo boomers’ behind boost Rebound in the country – which has been having demographic crisis – said to be partly because of 3.6 million born between 1991 and 1995 having children The Guardian - AU · Feb 25
Half of Britons avoid calling GP when they are ill, survey finds Most believe they will struggle to get an appointment, with over a quarter choosing to manage ailment themselves The Guardian - UK · Feb 25
Senedd votes in favour of implementing Westminster’s assisted dying bill Should legislation pass House of Lords, the matter will require another vote after May’s Welsh elections The Guardian - UK · Feb 24
"We've made mistakes": Discord delays age verification rollout but promises no meaningful change as co-founder spends 1,857 words trying to sound apologetic "Let me be upfront: we knew this rollout was going to be controversial" GamesRadar · Feb 24
7 Signs You Are Seeking Your Fathers Approval in Your Career You have the title, the salary, and the respect of your peers. For some reason, the success feels hollow. You find yourself working late into the night. You push for the next promotion, yet satisfaction never arrives. Honestly, many high-achieving adults are not running toward a goal. Instead, they are… Budget and the Bees · Feb 24
7 Things Mothers Do That Accidentally Raise Helpless Men Watching your son grow into a man should feel like a victory. Lately, many mothers feel a nagging sense of dread instead. You pour your heart into protecting him. Eventually, you realize he struggles with the basic demands of adult life. It is not that you failed to love him.… Budget and the Bees · Feb 24
Inflammation and Aging: How Chronic Stress Accelerates Aging and Health Decline Chronic stress accelerates aging by triggering inflammation. Learn how lifestyle, diet, and mindfulness can slow inflammaging and support longevity health. Medical Daily · Feb 24
It's Time to Bust These 3 Long-Term Care Myths (and Face Some Uncomfortable Truths) None of us wants to think we'll need long-term care when we get older, but the odds are roughly even that we will. Which is all the more reason to understand the realities of LTC and how to pay for it. Kiplinger · Feb 24
AAP · Feb 24 Former patients welcome surgeon's referral to police Former patients of a renowned gynaecologist accused of performing unnecessary surgeries have spoken out after allegations against him were referred to police.
The Times of India · Feb 23 First ‘dementia village’ with shops, restaurant and theatre set to open in US to transform elderly care The United States is set to launch its first dementia village. This innovative development aims to provide a neighbourhood-like environment for residents. It will feature homes, shops, and recreational spaces. The project seeks to enhance the quality of life for individuals with dementia. This model offers a new approach to…
Budget and the Bees · Feb 22 New York Medicaid Spending Up 60% — Why Some Retirees Say Care Is Harder to Access You probably think that a massive increase in state spending would lead to better care for New York’s aging population. However, the opposite is currently happening in hallways across the state. New York’s Medicaid spending has surged, with total expenditures expected to reach $123.8 billion for fiscal year 2026. Yet,…
Kiplinger · Feb 22 Aging in Place Can Be Bad for Your Health: This Financial Pro's Alternative Is a No-Brainer Why age alone in financial hardship when you can enjoy companionship — and share the costs of housing, groceries and health care — with a small community of friends?
Budget and the Bees · Feb 21 Medicare Part B Premiums Above $200? What New York Seniors Are Facing This Year You opened your statement expecting the usual small increase, but the number staring back at you felt like a mistake. For many New York seniors, the reality of Medicare Part B premiums hitting the 200 dollar mark is a major financial blow. It is frustrating to feel like your fixed…
Saving Advice · Feb 21 5 Ways State Budget Shortfalls Are Reducing Senior Programs Senior programs are slowly shrinking across the United States. There are suddenly fewer services or higher fees for programs that many older Americans used to...
We Got This Covered · Feb 20 Elder abuse case turns surreal as North Carolina caregivers allegedly ran a ‘Dementia Fight Club’ They even started recording them and posting videos online.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 20 Passport changes prevent British dual national from visiting dying mother New Home Office rules causing ‘stress upon stress’ for British woman living in Netherlands trying to enter UK
The Times of India · Feb 20 From Bill Gates to former prince Andrew: The biggest names felled by the Epstein files In most cases, the documents do not accuse those named of participating in Epstein’s crimes. The consequences have instead flowed from the visibility of continued contact, personal familiarity, or financial links that became publicly indefensible once exposed.
The Independent UK · Feb 19 As the US population ages, more employees are seeking caregiver benefits at work More than 63 million Americans provide care for an adult family member, and most of them have regular paid jobs as well, according to AARP
The Guardian - AU · Feb 19 At the algorithm’s mercy: Jean may have to leave her SA home as ‘outrageous’ tool cuts aged care support Exclusive: Jean Mathew, who has cerebral palsy, might have to leave her beloved home and rose garden after her funding was reduced