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Can Viagra-like drugs help prevent dementia by increasing blood flow?
From EverydayHealth.com — Results from a small clinical trial suggest that Cialis, an erectile dysfunction drug in the same family of medicines as Viagra, might help prevent vascular dementia by increasing blood flow in the brain. By Lisa Rapaport | Everyday...
Why millions on Medicaid may lose coverage in the months ahead
From NPR.org — By RACHANA PRADHAN | Kaiser Health News — The Biden administration and state officials are bracing for a great unwinding: millions of people losing their Medicaid benefits when the pandemic health emergency ends. Some might sign up for different...
Invisible Caregiving Workforce: Who Does the Job of Caring for Our Elderly?
From NextAvenue.org — By Kevyn Burger Who are the essential workers paid to care for America’s aged in their homes and in residential and nursing care facilities? The past year-and-a-half has put an unprecedented spotlight on the care received by America’s aging...
Why an Elder Law or Special Needs Law Attorney?
What is Elder and Special Needs Law?
Elder and Special Needs Law are specialized areas of law that involve representing, counseling, and assisting seniors, people with disabilities, and their families in connection with a variety of legal issues, from estate planning to long term care issues, with a primary emphasis on promoting the highest quality of life for the individuals. Typically, Elder and Special Needs Law attorneys address the client’s perspective from a holistic viewpoint by addressing legal, medical, financial, social and family issues.
Demand for Elder and Special Needs Law Is Growing
The number of older individuals in the population is projected to increase to 71.5 million in 2030, representing nearly 20 percent of the U.S. population. As a result the need is growing for specialized legal advice about aging-related issues.
Learn more about Ohio NAELA
Ohio NAELA is a state chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys