ASCOG Advocate, May 30, 2014

On this date, in 1972, members of the Japanese Red Army carried out the Lod Airport Massacre, killing 24 people. 

In what city was the Lod Airport located?

Aging volunteers live longer and report less disability according to a new study.

Scientists now have definitive evidence that regular exercise reduces mobility problems in older adults.  Walking now leads to more independence later.

Oklahoma senior hunger rates continue to rise according to a new report.

Oklahoma is 47th in America's senior health rankings.

A new report from the DHHS Inspector General shows 26% of Medicare diagnostic and assessment claims were "up-coded" (erroneously billed at a higher rate) in 2010.

Three Connecticut doctors billed over 23,000 drug tests on just 145 patients in 2012.

The VA Inspector General reported on systemic problems on delays in care and attempts to cover up the problem in VA medical facilities throughout the VA healthcare system.

June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

A new poll shows it is more stressful to care for a spouse than for parents or even parents-in-law. 

Cynical people have a higher risk of heart attack and are more likely to develop dementia.

The Duncan City Council approved a resolution pledging $19,000 in infrastructure support for a new housing development for seniors 62 and older.

The Simmons Center, a local community aging partner, lost its executive director to a fatal car accident.

ASCOG Advocate: May 23, 2014

On this date, in 2006, stratovolcano Mount Cleveland erupted.  What U.S. state is the home of Mount Cleveland?

Watch this segment from 60 Minutes entitled: Living to 90 and Beyond.

Medicare is tightening controls on prescription drugs.

Kathy Greenlee:  How the Older Americans Act helps more Americans stay "Safe Today, Healthy Tomorrow."

Photos from this week:  Drs. Julie Nelson and Murali Krishna each shared their insights into the mental health of older Oklahomans at the 39th Oklahoma Conference on Aging.

ASCOG Advocate: May 16, 2014

Illustration of the impeachment trial of 1868.

On this date, in 1868, the President of the United States was acquitted in his impeachment trial by one vote in the U.S. Senate.  What was the name of the president?

Boomers have high standards for long-term care facilities.

New study shows possibility that a drug used to treat depression may be able to prevent Alzheimer's.

ASCOG trustee and advocate, Wanda Evaige, passed away on May 14.

The 2014 Linking Gerontology and Geriatrics Conference will be held May 23 at Oklahoma State University.

ASCOG Advocate: May 9, 2014

On this date, in 1958, this Hitchcock thriller debuted.  The film starred James Stewart and Kim Novak.  What was the name of the film?

Seven state employees were fired after being named in the will of a veteran they were caring for.

A new Facebook app gives a glimpse into dementia.

Internet use has been linked to a reduction in the probability of depression in retired adults.

Five essential facts for your Social Security statement.

Nearly half of adults with physical disabilities get no aerobic physical activity.

Retirees are carrying more home mortgage debt and less equity than the previous generation.

Five traits of the worst nursing homes.

Telepsychiatry brings emergency mental health care to rural areas.

Local letter-carriers are preparing for their annual food drive this Saturday.

A Hearne, Texas police officer shot and killed a 93-year-old woman who brandished a gun.

ASCOG Advocate: May 2, 2014

On this date, in 2000, President Bill Clinton announced this technology would no longer be restricted to use only by the military.  What is the technology?

A single therapist was awarded over $4 million by Medicare in 2012.

What's your plan if you live to 100?

Medicare seeks to stop overpayments for hospice drugs.

What to do when dementia hits the spouse responsible for financial decisions.

How to beat the stress of caring for a sick spouse.

Methodist youth are looking for homes to fix in the Duncan area.