The disposal of toxic waste in Western Massachusetts has become an increasingly relevant issue and topic of debate over the past several years, especially proper methods for containment and disposal of industrial and nuclear toxic waste materials. Specifi cally, these discussions emphasize the potential health hazards of environmental exposure to toxic agents, including PCB (polychlorinated biphenyl), petroleum, various industrial wastes and solvents, and radioactive waste products such as tritium. » Full Article
While skeptics may say “it isn’t necessarily for sure yet,”1 and researchers look for the silver-bullet drug that will provide a cure, people who already have Parkinson’s disease (PD) know that exercise is a primary weapon that can be used now to diminish the effects of the disease.» Full Article
Americans are being asked to pay more out-of-pocket for their medical care; high copayments and deductibles that discourage expensive care are now the norm. At the same time, however, when they need care for relatively minor conditions such as headaches, fl u, sore throats, colds, or immunizations, they often have to travel a good distance, miss work, and wait for an appointment from their physician. Every effort is made to keep non-emergency patients out of the emergency room and for good reasons. It was only a matter of time before innovators approached this issue in the same way that others have approached the need to prepare dinner with little time to do so (convenient foods). To address the needs of busy consumers, the “retail medical clinic” was invented. Urgent and walk-in centers in the past catered to this need, but they were populated with physicians and other medical personnel, which made the model economically untenable. This time the approach seems more cost-conscious. » Full Article
While caring for a parent is often a diffi cult job, it can potentially be a rewarding experience that provides the opportunity to give back all of the care and nurturing the parent provided. While the situation may be difficult, caring for a parent may be regarded as a challenge with positive rewards. It is an opportunity to offer care, love, and affection, and to grow in positive ways that might not otherwise be possible.
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Ironically, the current misguided policy of not covering persons with chronic conditions with health insurance, particularly Medicare, not only creates hardship for the person who is denied coverage but also will cost the health system a great deal more in the long run. Much of this effort is directed to what is termed the “near elderly,” those between the ages of 55-65 years. » Full Article
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