Politics

Perhaps more remarkable than just their stories of surviving the Holocaust, it turns out that Holocaust survivors in Israel are averaging a life span seven years longer than their native-born peers. In a new study published in JAMA, researchers have found that while survivors have higher rates of chronic illness…

Unless you’re living under a rock you know that next Tuesday will be one of the most contentious mid-term elections in recent history. And while you may be getting confused about what issues are of most concern to voters- no, it’s not the “caravan”- you probably won’t be surprised to…

It’s hard to conjure up an image of the 60s and the political and social turmoil of that time without thinking about the prominent protestors of that day, including the singer Joan Baez. Whether performing with Bob Dylan or singing at the March on Washington or at Woodstock, Baez was…

Those of you caring for aging loved ones need no reminder- but for the rest of us, it’s important to acknowledge the reality that family caregiving is a very tough job, and family caregivers need help and support. In recognition, November has been declared National Family Caregiver Month, and the “theme”…

The election of Donald Trump and the Republican control of the House and Senate will likely have tremendous consequences for legislation signed into law over the coming years. Speaker Paul Ryan has made no secret of his desire to make significant changes to Medicare. But according to a recent article…

It’s political convention time and among the many interesting characteristics of the major contenders, one has gone virtually undiscussed: These are the oldest presidential contenders this country has ever had. Donald Trump is 70 years old and Hillary Clinton will be 69 right before November’s election. In previous elections, the…