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Illinois nursing home residents subjected to neglect, infection, unauthorized administration of psychotropic drugs and other horrifying consequences due to inadequate nursing home staffing will now be protected through safeguards outlined by state law, thanks to crucial new legislation.
AARP is backing two pieces of legislation aimed at curbing drug prices, by providing those who prescribe them unbiased information on pharmaceuticals and mandating more transparency on how manufacturers set the costs of prescription meds.
AARP Illinois has launched a campaign in Springfield to advocate for the rights and protection of nursing home residents.
After hearing testimony about residents struggling to pay their rapidly rising utility bills, a City Council committee on Wednesday passed a resolution calling for more transparency from and oversight of Peoples Gas.
Springfield, Ill. — Sending a strong message to drug companies that skyrocketing prescription drug prices must be stopped, the Illinois House of Representatives voted Wednesday to implement a novel new program aimed at arming doctors with unbiased, objective information on pharmaceuticals.
Caregivers and loved ones seeking improved nursing home quality of care now urge the Illinois House of Representatives to pass important measure
AARP Illinois Launches Aggressive Campaign to Demand Better Nursing Home Care Statewide
AARP-Illinois Secures Commitment from Mayor-elect Lightfoot to Make Chicago Affordable and Secure for Older Adults
New Campaign Focuses on Federal and State Solutions to Cut Drug Prices Now
New legislation seeks to improve nursing home quality of care; provide much-needed financial relief to family caregivers.
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