COVID-19
Guard against Phishing Scams during the Outbreak
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The implications of COVID-19 are scary enough without adding the threat of online fraud or identity theft.
How COVID-19 Will Change Consumer Behavior
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The coronavirus crisis is likely to change American culture and behavior long after it’s passed. Ad Age points out these trends that are likely to endure:
Art & Antiques by Dr. Lori: The Collectibles of Coronavirus
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- Written by Dr. Lori Verderame Dr. Lori Verderame
Over the last month or two amid coronavirus, I have been busy with interviews about the value of stuff found in attics and basements prompted by the nationwide stay-at-home orders and home-cleaning projects.
Driving Safety Tips amid the Coronavirus Crisis
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- Written by Laura Adams Laura Adams
As the world continues hunkering down to ride out the coronavirus crisis, some of us still need to venture out, even if it is just to do a quick grocery run.
Webinar Series to Focus on Mental Wellness during Pandemic
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A free webinar series developed by Penn State Extension aims to help people better manage their mental health as they navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hearing Highlights Bills to Stop COVID Spread in Nursing Homes
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In a recent hearing entitled, “Caring for Seniors amid the COVID-19 Crisis,” U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), ranking member of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, highlighted legislative proposals to help stop the spread of COVID-19 in nursing homes.
Insurance Scams Seek to Defraud Medicare Accounts, Steal Identities
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Seniors are being widely pitched with COVID-19 insurance scams trying to defraud their Medicare accounts and steal their identities, warns the Coalition Against Insurance Fraud.
COVER STORY: Seniors with COVID-19 Show Unusual Symptoms
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- Written by Judith Graham, Kaiser Health News Judith Graham, Kaiser Health News
Older adults with COVID-19, the illness caused by the coronavirus, have several “atypical” symptoms, complicating efforts to ensure they get timely and appropriate treatment, according to physicians.
How Seniors Can Protect Their Health and Finances during the Pandemic
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Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, health officials have been clear and consistent in their message to seniors: While anyone can fall victim to COVID-19, those who are 65 and older are in an especially high-risk group.