senior citizens
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PublishedDecember 26, 2017
New study casts further doubt on efficacy of calcium, Vitamin D pills
An analysis of trials of more than 50,000 older adults suggests that supplements aren't warranted in fracture prevention.
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PublishedSeptember 10, 2017
Our View: More than a few Maine seniors need housing help
Gov. LePage focuses on one elderly couple's plight but fails to take steps that could benefit many others like them.
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PublishedAugust 27, 2017
Treading Lightly: Freedom for all to ride or walk in the great outdoors
Several Maine programs help seniors and the disabled walk and cycle.
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PublishedApril 20, 2017
Maine Voices: Our state can lead the way in modernizing child care, elderly services
The universal family care bill before the Legislature would address many issues facing the current system.
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PublishedMarch 24, 2017
Our View: Budget rollback should bypass Meals on Wheels
A proposal to slash federal DHHS spending targets the biggest source of funding for Maine's elder-food program.
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PublishedFebruary 28, 2017
Our View: For seniors, the right prescription may not be a pill
Especially in rural areas, too many doctors are offering medications when their older patients might benefit more from counseling, a new study finds.
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PublishedFebruary 23, 2017
School broadband access should be funded from a broad base of support
Using landline surcharges only places too much of the burden on seniors who are on fixed incomes.
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PublishedFebruary 17, 2017
A proposed Medicare voucher system will not work for Maine
Our most at-risk residents would be subjected to a system making it harder to access their health care.
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PublishedFebruary 14, 2017
Maine Voices: Meals on Wheels delivers better health for Maine’s seniors
The service, which is not just for low-income elderly, provides good nutrition and improves quality of life.
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PublishedFebruary 7, 2017
Our View: LePage’s State of the State address should offer shakeup
The governor needs to focus on addressing the opioid crisis, senior housing and school funding.