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September is Suicide Prevention Month -- a time to raise awareness, discuss the topic and share resources. New data shows that senior adults suffered the largest recent increase in suicides. And the number of deaths by suicide in Texas exceeds all other states.
Federal officials have taken action to ensure that Medicare will pay for nursing homes stays for victims of Hurricane Harvey.
To help loved ones stranded by Hurricane Harvey, federal health officials have relaxed rules dealing with how hospitals and medical providers share certain information about patients.
A Texas-focused empty nest study will examine the lives of parents whose children leave home.
Medical stations are open in Houston and Dallas
Among new Texas laws taking effect Sept. 1 are numerous measures that enjoyed AARP Texas backing.
774 new laws take effect Sept. 1, and many are ones that AARP Texas fought for, including measures ranging from prescription drug affordability and funding for adult protective services to food assistance.
AARP Texas calls on Gov. Greg Abbott to develop a comprehensive state plan for COVID-19 booster shots that relies on best practices.
Low-income seniors and other Texans who rely on Medicaid for health coverage are urged to be on the lookout for notices from the state government to maintain their eligibility in the program.
AARP Texas joined the Texas Consumer Association in asking the Public Utility Commission to suspend its current extreme weather disconnection rules.
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