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What's Next in Health Care Reform?

Posted on 10/24/2009 by | General News | Comments

EntertainmentFrom Barbranda Walls Health care reform may not dominate the news to the extent it did in the hot days of August, when tempers boiled over at Town Hall meetings; the balloon boy, the war in Afghanistan, and the mystery of the Northwest pilots have pushed it ever-so-slightly to the background. But it’s a complex topic that remains a major concern among AARP members, as evidenced by interest in the Vegas@50+ session “Don’t Roll the Dice: Find Out What’s Next …

What’s Next in Health Care Reform?

Posted on 10/24/2009 by | AARP Blog Author | Comments

EntertainmentFrom Barbranda Walls Health care reform may not dominate the news to the extent it did in the hot days of August, when tempers boiled over at Town Hall meetings; the balloon boy, the war in Afghanistan, and the mystery of the Northwest pilots have pushed it ever-so-slightly to the background. But it’s a complex topic that remains a major concern among AARP members, as evidenced by interest in the Vegas@50+ session “Don’t Roll the Dice: Find Out What’s Next …

MUST READ: Don't Believe Them

Posted on 08/6/2009 by | AARP Blog Author | Comments

Personal HealthIf your inbox is anything like mine, you’re getting a lot of emails about how SCARY health reform is. From allegations about rationing care to wild reports of government-sponsored euthanasia, the rumors just keep getting crazier.
And I’ve had enough. Enough of the fear-mongering. Enough of the myths and unfounded rumors. Enough of the interest groups twisting the truth to stop health reform.
I’m fighting back – and I’m asking for your help!
Below I’ve debunked some of the common myths going around. Will you forward this email to your friends and help get the truth out about reform?

MUST READ: Don’t Believe Them

Posted on 08/6/2009 by | AARP Blog Author | Comments

Personal HealthIf your inbox is anything like mine, you’re getting a lot of emails about how SCARY health reform is. From allegations about rationing care to wild reports of government-sponsored euthanasia, the rumors just keep getting crazier.
And I’ve had enough. Enough of the fear-mongering. Enough of the myths and unfounded rumors. Enough of the interest groups twisting the truth to stop health reform.
I’m fighting back – and I’m asking for your help!
Below I’ve debunked some of the common myths going around. Will you forward this email to your friends and help get the truth out about reform?

Best Excuse For Missing School Ever

Posted on 06/12/2009 by | General News | Comments

PoliticsPresident Obama writes a note to a young girl’s teacher to excuse her absence.

News To Know: Health Care Reform, How and Why?

Posted on 04/23/2009 by | Archived Contributor | Comments

PoliticsEveryone is talking about health care reform, but what does it mean and how can we do it?