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Does Medicare cover knee and hip replacement surgery?

The average age to receive a knee or hip replacement is 65 making these surgeries common among Medicare beneficiaries.

Fortune · Aug 1, 2024

Scammers are targeting myGov accounts during tax time. How can users protect their ATO refunds?

Criminals change phone and email details to prevent users from receiving myGov notifications – before altering tax returns and bank account details

The Guardian - AU · Aug 1, 2024

Vice President Harris Criticizes Project 2025 Agenda

Vice President Kamala Harris criticizes Project 2025, linked to Trump, for potential harm to middle class and social programs.

New blood test for colorectal cancer approved by FDA

Scientists hope a new blood test for colorectal cancer could improve screening rates.

LiveScience · Jul 29, 2024

Aurora australis may be visible, BoM says – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Jul 29, 2024

FDA Approves Shield Blood Test for Colon Cancer Screening

With the FDA's approval, it is very likely that private insurance companies and Medicare will cover the cost of the blood test, making it more accessible for patients.

International Business Times · Jul 29, 2024

Three Changes to Medicare on the Horizon for 2025

Medicare beneficiaries will see a few changes in 2025, including on costs.

Kiplinger · Jul 29, 2024

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Harris campaign centers healthcare and abortion rights: ‘If she wins, it’s because of Dobbs’

Vice-president emphasizes bodily autonomy and affordable care as experts expect Democrats to remain on offense

The Guardian - US · Jul 29, 2024

How to Hire a Caregiver: Tips for Finding the Right Fit

When a loved one needs a little (or a lot of) help, take heart. You have options. Here's where to start looking for the support you need.

Kiplinger · Jul 27, 2024

Sanders may bring his populist brand to powerful Finance panel - Roll Call

Unabashed progressive Sen. Bernie Sanders is hinting at throwing his hat in the ring for a soon-to-be-open Senate Finance Committee seat.

Roll Call · Jul 25, 2024

Medicare has a new pilot program to help people with dementia. Here’s how it works

Medicare's GUIDE program is creating a system of free caregiving navigators for beneficiaries who have dementia.

Fortune · Jul 24, 2024

How much does the government spend on Medicare?

In 2023, the federal government spent about $848.2 billion on Medicare, accounting for 14% of total federal spending.

USAFacts · Jul 24, 2024

Who is eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid? These are the requirements

People very limited financial resources may qualify for Medicaid to help pay for health costs not covered by Medicare.

Fortune · Jul 22, 2024

Medicare Upgrades Could Disqualify Your Private Plan

If you're delayed taking Medicare because you have employer coverage, changes ahead may disqualify your plan.

Kiplinger · Jul 22, 2024

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Kiplinger · Jul 21, 2024

Avoid These Tax Surprises When Selling a Vacation Home

How to avoid certain tax surprises when you sell a vacation home.

The Independent UK · Jul 20, 2024

Republicans are quietly pushing to defund transgender healthcare - and not just for minors

For a year and a half, GOP lawmakers have been stealthily adding amendements to government appropriations bills, which are key to funding major government departments, to ban any federal money being used for gender transition procedures. This will dramatically curtail trans people’s access to medical care — just like the…

Trump Outlines Second Term Promises At RNC

Former President Trump's RNC speech highlighted promises on economy, jobs, taxes, and immigration for a potential second term.

Fortune · Jul 19, 2024

Does Medicare pay for dementia care? Here's what coverage you can expect for treatments and therapies

Medicare and Medicare Advantage provide some coverage for dementia, beginning with the diagnosis.

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USAFacts · Jul 18, 2024

How much of the federal budget is mandatory spending?

In fiscal year 2023, around 60% of federal spending was mandatory spending.

USAFacts · Jul 17, 2024

The federal budget: an overview

In 2023, the US government brought in $4.47 trillion and spent $6.16 trillion.

Roll Call · Jul 16, 2024

Which swing-district Republicans are skipping party’s convention? - Roll Call

Multiple GOP candidates with tough races in November say they will be in their districts or otherwise working during the party's convention.

Roll Call · Jul 16, 2024

With Roe overturned, Trump's GOP turns to transgender health care - Roll Call

RNC's 2024 platform makes scant mention of abortion, focuses instead on pushing limits to gender-affirming care.

The Independent UK · Jul 15, 2024

Medical entrepreneur and her DJ husband arrested over $900m healthcare fraud scheme

Alexandra Gehrke, 38, and Jeffrey King, 49, were preparing to depart for their honeymoon when arrested in Arizona

Reason · Jul 13, 2024

Why Did Americans Stop Caring About the National Debt?

Both parties—and the voters—are to blame for the national debt fiasco.

Social Security Faces Looming Shortfalls, Candidates Promise No Cuts

Challenges and potential solutions for protecting Social Security and Medicare without benefit cuts or retirement age changes.

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