Gene Role May Be a Link between Dementia and the Coronavirus
People with a genetic mutation that increases the risk of dementia also have a greater chance of having severe Covid-19, researchers have revealed.
How Do I Talk about End-Of-Life Decisions?
No one likes to think about the end of their life, but it’s an important topic that many people put off until it’s too late.
Prevent Estate Administration Problems Before They Occur
If your will was signed before 2013 and you have a so-called by-pass estate tax saving trust that is no longer necessary, you really should update and simplify your will.
What Can Grieving Military Families Teach Civilians Dealing with COVID-19?
As coronavirus case counts rise around the country, many Americans unaccustomed to sudden tragedy and death are being forced to grapple with those issues at a time when they’re largely disconnected from friends and family members.
Why Do I Need an Advanced Healthcare Directive?
An advanced healthcare directive - also known as a living will - is a legal document in which a person lists the specifics of medical care and comfort actions they desire, should the individual no longer be able to make decisions for themselves due to illness or incapacity.
What Is Congress Doing to Address Affordable Senior Housing and Elder Abuse?
Two pieces of legislation introduced at the federal level aim to support affordable senior housing residents and providers during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as ensure that elder abuse training materials include individuals with dementia.
How Can Estate Planning Protect Me from COVID-19?
The ongoing pandemic has made everyone have to face some unpleasant realities, including the idea that one day we won’t be here anymore. Do you know how to make sure that your affairs are in order for your loved ones?
Why Is Blue Cross and Blue Shield Waiving Cost-Sharing Fees?
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota said Monday it will waive fees on doctors' visits for its Medicare Advantage customers for the rest of the year, joining a growing number of health insurers to offer discounts in response to COVID-19.
Medicare Patients Be Wary of COVID-19 Scams!
If someone offers you a COVID-19 test in exchange for your Medicare information, run in the other direction.
Will Paris Hilton See Her Dad’s Wealth?
While the tabloids and gossip websites were eating up every move Paris made, so was someone else – her grandfather, Barron Hilton. Before 2007, Barron was set to leave his $4.5 billion fortune to his family. That was until Paris embarrassed him with her antics so badly, that he changed his mind.