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What We're Reading
What We’re Reading: November 20, 2017
Under New Guidelines, Millions More Americans Will Need to Lower Blood Pressure | The New York Times The nation’s leading heart experts on Monday issued new guidelines for high blood pressure that mean tens of millions more Americans will meet the criteria for the condition, and will need to change their lifestyles or take medicines to treat it.
What We're Reading
What We’re Reading November 13, 2017
How Fast Are You Aging?
Employment & Workforce
National Disability Employment Awareness Month: Inclusion Drives Innovation
By Merrill Friedman, Sr.
What We're Reading
What We’re Reading October 30, 2017
Women and Agng | Wisconsin Public Radio Our guest says there's a persistent cultural stigma around the aging process for women.
What We're Reading
What We’re Reading October 23, 2017
For many older Americans, the rat race is over.
What We're Reading
What We’re Reading October 9, 2017
Older Adults More Likely to Disclose Suicidal Thoughts As They Age | UT News Suicide among older adults is a growing public health issue.
Housing
2017’s Best & Worst Cities for People with Disabilities -- Cross-post from Wallet Hub
https://wallethub.com/edu/best-worst-cities-for-people-with-disabilities/7164/ When searching for a new place to call home, people with disabilities often have a longer and more complicated list of considerations compared with healthier individuals.
What We're Reading
What We’re Reading: October 2, 2017
Study Shows that Puzzle Pieces Evoke Negativity from the Public | Thinking Person’s Guide to Autism They’re everywhere.
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Reset AllA modernized healthcare infrastructure is crucial to preserving independence for people with disabilities and older adults.
The National Advisory Board believes that the modernized healthcare infrastructure required to meet the goals, preferences, and needs of older adults and individuals with disabilities must include the Six Principles. Please join with us in promoting and furthering them.