ASCOG Advocate: May 31, 2013

Burning buildings from the riot.

On this date, in 1921, a race riot broke out in this city.  The official death toll from the riot was 39, but recent investigators believe the number killed to be much higher.

In what U.S. city did this riot occur?

Governor Mary Fallin signed Oklahoma House Bill 1418, the Josephine Meade Anti-Hunger Act, into law.

Governor Fallin also approved Senate Bill 629, requiring the nursing facilities run by the Department of Veterans Affairs to be subject to the same requirements of other statewide nursing facilities.

U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe and Rep. Tom Cole toured storm damage in Newcastle.

The AARP Foundation established a relief fund for victims of the Oklahoma tornadoes, matching up to $250,000.

Immigrants' contributions to Medicare prove to be more than they take out.

Phased retirement is growing in popularity.

Jill Schlesinger responds to questions about retirement planning.

Robert McDonough, 73, walks into frame just as a television reporter is about to broadcast the story of his disappearance.

ASCOG Advocate: May 30, 2013

Frank Leslie's illustrated newspaper
depicting a view of workers
hanging from the bridge, 1883.

On this date, in 1883, a rumor that this bridge was going to collapse caused a stampede that crushed 12 people.  

What is the name of the bridge?

Families in north Texas are fighting abuse in nursing homes through technology.

 As the emergency Emergency Operations Center closes, Oklahomans are encouraged to go to the State's website for future updates.

OKDHS is providing SNAP disaster assistance for people who suffered losses due to weather.

A new study shows the Medicare cost variations were due primarily to different levels of health.

The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a decision against United Airlines that granted workers with disabilities better access to higher paying jobs.

A new study shows Alzheimer's patients tend to mimic the emotions of those around them.

For caregivers:  Ten things you should know about Alzheimer's disease.

ASCOG Advocate: May 29, 2013

Bing Crosby

On this date, in 1942, Bing Crosby recorded the best selling Christmas single of all time.  

What was the name of the song?

Oklahoma storm survivors urged to register for assistance.

D.C.'s Managed Care provider stops paying claims.

The Texas legislature approved a modified version of the bill that could ban Medicaid expansion.

Idahoans with disabilities are requesting class action status for their case against the state's Medicaid waiver program.

Doctor Michael Devous:  "I think we're going to cure Alzheimer's disease, and we're not far away from it."

Taxpayers are footing the bill for Medicare-funded, "functional eyelid lifts."

A modern "Gatsby" lived high on the $50 million he defrauded from Medicare.

Californian sentenced to jail, fines and restitution for his part in a Medicare fraud scheme.

When it comes to cutting-edge, heart devices, the United States is a "Third World country."

Once entrusted to their care, Roger Dean pleaded guilty to murdering eleven helpless nursing home residents.

Caregivers learn that the talk they didn't have with their parents cost them.

ASCOG Advocate: May 28, 2013

The seventh President of the
United States in his 1829
speech on the issue.

On this date, in 1830, the Indian Removal Act was signed into law, forcing the relocation of tens of thousands of Native Americans.  

Who was the President who signed the act into law?

The AARP Foundation is matching local donations up to $250,000 to help the victims of Oklahoma tornadoes.

The Josephine Meade Anti-hunger Act was enrolled by the Oklahoma Legislature and is headed to the Governor for approval.

A showdown on Medicaid expansion between the Maine Governor and Legislature reveals the partisan divide on the issue.  A GOP lawmaker in Arizona is threatened for her position on the issue.

A special grand jury has been convened to consider criminal charges against the administration of the  Governor of Louisiana in awarding a Medicaid contract to Maryland-based CNSI.

Carolyn Rosenblatt shares seven steps caregivers need to take to prevent loneliness in their aging parents.

As pharmaceutical companies struggle to find a drug to slow the progression of Alzheimer's, cheap, over-the-counter pills may have more success.

ASCOG Advocate: May 23, 2013

The end of the road for the bank robbers
on a desolate lane in the La. woods.

On this date, in 1934, these notorious bank robbers were ambushed by police and killed in Black Lake, Louisiana.  

What were their names?

As Kentucky plans to expand Medicaid to more than 600,000 new patients, the state must first deal with its ongoing shortage of physicians.

Thin, older Americans with Sleep Apnea may be at risk of Alzheimer's.

As Congress examines Medicare, Kaiser examines how Part D has impacted the pharmaceutical industry.

Doctors, nurses and dozens others are charged across the country with scamming Medicare out of over $200 million.

ODMHSAS is helping tornado victims in Moore and training providers on mental-health, first aid.

ASCOG Advocate: May 22, 2013

President Harry S. Truman

On this date, in 1947, President Harry S. Truman signed a bill into law that granted $400 million in military and economic aid to Turkey and Greece in an effort to fight the spread of Communism.  

What was the name later assigned to the act Truman signed into law?

Oklahoma Senate Bill 629, subjecting Oklahoma Veterans Center nursing facilities to state and federal complaint investigation standards required for other nursing facilities, survived conference and was approved by the House by a vote of 87-0.

In retaliation to Obamacare, the Texas House of Representatives approved an amendment that would ban Medicaid expansion.

Federal officials approved a Virginia plan to save money for dual eligible persons a condition required by the Governor for Medicaid expansion.

Tom Wojehowski, 62, battles dementia using yoga.

The Congressional Budget Office estimates the Obama budget will reduce Medicare spending by $364 billion.

Michael Garritson, 62 and an RN, was convicted of abusing an autistic man in his care after being caught by hidden camera.

A CMS report on hospital billing data brings the spotlight on Medicare payments for hospitals.

A new study shows snoring may be an early sign of Alzheimer's.

ASCOG Advocate: May 21, 2013

The fire in the 4th Ward.

On this date, in 1917, the Great Atlanta fire of 1917 caused over $5 million in damages, destroyed 300 acres, 2,000 buildings and displaced some 10,000 persons. 

How many people died in this fire?

Four employees of a Canadian nursing facility were suspended after their abuse of a patient was caught on video by a hidden camera.

Think you are too young for long-term care insurance?  Think again.

The expanded list of psychiatric disorders from the recent publication of the DSM-V, could pose problems for employers.

As caregivers struggle with Alzheimer's, hope remains through research.

How Medicare started off slow and grew to become one of the most popular government programs.