World's First Delivery of Intra-Arterial Avastin Directly Into Brain Tumor Nov 18, 2009
Study researchers are currently recruiting males or females, 18 years of age or older, with documented diagnosis of relapsed GBM, anaplastic astrocytoma (AA) or anaplastic mixed oligoastrocytoma (AOA) -- two other types of brain tumors. The authors have no financial disclosures related to the study. (Science Daily)
Column: Wellesley resident unhappy with flu clinic Nov 16, 2009
An Analysis of Alternatives (AOA) is mandatory for most major federal programs ... It is not clear if an AOA was conducted for this type of clinic ... Given that, it seems that conducting a flu clinic in the same fashion as a regular annual flu clinic was not a conclusion that came from conducting a rigorous AOA.. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
NM cabinet official resigns after DWI arrest Nov 7, 2009
In late October, Padilla was named principal deputy assistant secretary in the Administration on Aging, which is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. She was to start Nov. 16, but that has been postponed at her request, department spokeswoman Vicki Rivas-Vazquez said Friday. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Kauai Aging and Disability Resource Center Web site launched Nov 7, 2009
Funding for the Kaua i project was part of an $800,000 federal grant from the Administration on Aging (AoA) and the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for the development of ADRCs in all four Hawai i counties. The Executive Office on Aging (EOA) serves as the lead agency for Hawai i s ADRC project and provides oversight of the federal grant. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Lesbian and Gay Elders Need Support... Oct 28, 2009
For the first time, the US Administration on Aging awarded a grant to a group that directly supports aging LGBT community members. The Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Center was given a three year $380,000 grant for their support services for LGBT over 50. (Suite101.com)
Cosmetic contacts can be a scary choice for Halloween Oct 17, 2009
However, the American Optometric Association (AOA) and the Oklahoma Association of Optometric Physicians (OAOP) are warning consumers about the risks of wearing decorative contact lenses without a prescription from an eye doctor. These non-corrective lenses, which are designed only to change the appearance of the eyes, are easily accessible to consumers and are especially popular around Halloween. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
How healthy are your children's eyes? Oct 8, 2009
For school-aged children, the AOA recommends an eye exam every two years. Children who wear eyeglasses or contact lenses should be examined annually or as recommended by their doctor. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Samoans pause for prayer Oct 6, 2009
PAGO PAGO, American Samoa On weekday mornings, Fofoga Timoteo would come to the Territorial Administration On Aging to weave mats and baskets with her friends under the faded yellow-and-green fale by the bay ... Over the weekend, volunteers wearing surgical masks and gloves cleared debris from Territorial Administration On Aging buildings and tried to preserve some of the soiled paperwork: enrollee time sheets, accounts pay- able vouchers, timecards. (Honolulu Advertiser)
We Can’t Afford to Fall Down on Falls Oct 3, 2009
5 million children, according to the Administration on Aging. Older adults form a rich volunteer network and provide billions of dollars of care-giving support for aging spouses and other family members. (Roll Call)
• Forum features health and fitness educator Sep 14, 2009
Since then, it has been copied by many communities and was featured as one of 2008's "Older American Month Program Champions" by the U.S. Administration on Aging. She wrote the "Over 60 and Getting Fit Exercise Leader's Guide" and co-authored "Fit and Fall Proof," a peer educator program sponsored by the state of Idaho to reduce falls among seniors. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
How to Stop the Ghana bashing Sep 11, 2009
" Source: Alternative Press Review. see pastpeak.com We have Climate Change and specific challenges to our continent and the sub-region. We have the WTO Agreement on Agriculture (AoA) a vital key to the livelihoods of easily 60% of our peoples, it is still in the balance and we are here trading insults about an individual's orgasm with a pig! What is going to be the next? War? I call on all Ghanaians indulged in this Nigeria bashing to bow down their heads in shame! Do not forget that Nkrumah... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
• Events calendar Sep 11, 2009
Mittleider, now in her 40th year as a professor of physical education at CSI, developed the "Over 60 and Getting Fit" program for area seniors 25 years ago; it has since been copied by many communities and was featured as one of 2008's "Older American Month Program Champions" by the U.S. Administration on Aging. Mittleider also wrote the "Over 60 and Getting Fit Exercise Leader's Guide" and co-authored "Fit and Fall Proof," a peer educator program sponsored by the state of Idaho to reduce falls... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Winner for Sitra's Low2No Sustainable Development Design Competition Selected Sep 2, 2009
"We are very pleased at the competition results and will immediately continue the negotiations for realising these plans. The international Low2No competition seeks comprehensive solutions to low/no carbon building solutions. The competition aims at showing that the national and international targets for lowering CO2 emissions and improving energy efficiency can be reached and even outperformed, while producing an economically sustainable and high architectural environment. The competition hopes... (PR Newswire)
Ascend Geo Announces First US-Based Sale of Ultra Cable-Free Seismic Acquisition System Aug 11, 2009
New Cable-Free Seismic Technology Purchased by AOA Geophysics Will Help Reduce Environmental Impact for US Projects. HOUSTON, Aug. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Ascend Geo, LLC announced today that it has signed an agreement with AOA Geophysics, Inc., for the purchase of an Ultra G5(TM) cable-free land acquisition system ... The system will be used by AOA in the US on a diverse range of land seismic applications. (PR Newswire)
2009 Senior Games: Getting their Games on Aug 1, 2009
Noticeably age-appropriate booths also stood at the ready: AstraZeneca, sponsor of the Athlete Village; Avenidas, a Palo Alto nonprofit for seniors and their families; Administration on Aging; Home Instead Senior Care; and Palo Alto Commons. Mayne said he and his crew have been challenged by the amount of activity at Stanford this week "at every hour of the day and night.". (Palo Alto Online, CA)
In tough times, Perdue backs help for caregivers Jul 20, 2009
Project CARE has run largely on federal grants since its founding in 2001, but it will likely get continuing help from the U.S. Administration on Aging only if the state commits its own money. "It was a program that the governor felt the state should put in recurring funds for," Perdue spokeswoman Chrissy Pearson said Friday. (News & Observer)
Yoga and kettlebells: More than swimming at the YMCA Jul 5, 2009
YMCA Active Older Adults/AOA The branch offers a variety of activities geared to the needs of adults, ages 65 and older and are offered at no additional cost to YMCA members, and $5 for a sampling ... AOA: Fit for Life: for those 65 and older ... AOA: Health Balance AOA for people, ages 65 and older. (Rsolindale Parkway Transcript, MA)
Q&A with elder services Jun 27, 2009
Q&A with elder services - Reading, MA - The Reading Advocate. Q&A with elder services. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Letter: Georgetown COA thanks volunteers Jun 19, 2009
The federal Administration on Aging s recent celebration of National Volunteer Week allows us an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions that elders and other volunteers provide our community. Bringing people of all ages into relationship with one another, volunteerism increases connections within communities and builds the social networks necessary to enhance and improve the lives of both the recipient as well as the giver of donated time and service. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Call for primary care reform from AAFP, ACP and AOA Jun 19, 2009
The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), the American College of Physicians (ACP) and the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) represent the majority of physicians who care for Medicare patients ... The AAFP, ACP and AOA urge Congress to take advantage of this historic opportunity for change and enact health care reforms that ... "Healthcare, at its core, is the interaction between a patient and a physician. Almost all health care services originate as a result of the... (EurekAlert!)
Significant Gas Resource In Gulf Of Mexico Jun 1, 2009
Field operations during this expedition were also supported by AOA Geophysics, the Borehole Research Group at Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University, Schlumberger, and the crew of the Helix Q4000 drilling vessel. Adapted from materials provided by. (Science Daily)
Obituaries for Wednesday, May 27, 2009 May 27, 2009
He was elected to the Board of Trustees of the American Optometric Association in 1967 and served as AOA secretary in the early 1970s. Mike was a long time member of Central United Methodist Church, and served for many years as a layperson, filling in for pastors when they were absent from their churches. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Seniors cope with changes in health care May 23, 2009
The U.S. Administration on Aging and its National Aging Services Network support programs that help senior citizens live better today and in the future. The programs allow senior citizens to maintain their independence and stay out of nursing homes. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Inspirational kupunas May 18, 2009
Source: Administration on Aging, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. More Island Life headlines. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Nutrition vital for good eyesight, studies show May 16, 2009
Together, the AOA and registered dietician Elizabeth Somer recommend eating a diet with a variety of foods loaded with key nutrients, such as lutein and zeaxanthin, for maintaining and improving eye health. The AOA's 2008 American Eye-Q survey, which assesses public knowledge and understanding of issues related to eye health, showed that nearly half of all Americans -- 48 percent -- still believe carrots are the best food for eye health ... The AOA recommends the following foods which contain... (South County Chronicle, VA)
Serving seniors on many levels May 9, 2009
The Savvy Caregiver program, for example, comes from the federal level through the Administration on Aging and Alzheimers Demonstration Program grant. It is relatively new, but is being used across the nation in an effort to address the role of caregivers and to educate them as to how they can function more effectively in that role. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Celebrate being a senior in May May 4, 2009
Each year the Federal Administration on Aging helps support this recognition of older adults by sponsoring events and creating a theme that helps to educate all of us about the needs of the growing population of people over 65 living in our communities. The theme this year is Living Today for a Better Tomorrow. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Guidelines for medical home demonstrations released by major physician groups Apr 29, 2009
The four groups the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American College of Physicians (ACP) and the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) represent nearly 350,000 physicians. The pediatrician, family physician, internist and osteopathic physician members of the four organizations provide the majority of primary care services to children, adolescents, and adult patients in the United States. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
North Andover Senior Spirit Apr 18, 2009
A call to action volunteers needed The U.S. Administration on Aging joins our nation in celebrating National Volunteer Month this month. This year s theme, Celebrating People in Action, is an opportunity to honor the ordinary people who accomplish extraordinary things by dedicating themselves to taking action and solving problems in their communities. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Anti-fraud conference aimed at Hawaii seniors Apr 14, 2009
Funding for the conference is provided by the U.S. Administration on Aging. The exploitation of seniors in fraudulent healthcare and financial schemes will be the focus of the conference. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Senior discount isn't wanted Apr 12, 2009
The U.S. Administration on Aging (www. aoa. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Downturn 'hits regional airports' Apr 11, 2009
Some regional airports could struggle to survive the recession because of falling passenger numbers, the Airport Operators Association (AOA) has warned ... The AOA blamed budget carriers for squeezing costs, but airlines say extra charges have forced travellers away ... Smaller airports had seen fewer passengers than expected through the winter, said Neil Pakey of the AOA.. (BBC News -- UK)
Exploring the use of Project Management concepts ... Mar 7, 2009
Activity-on-Link (AOL) or Activity on Arc (AOA). The team used this network for the project. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Juneau to honor civil rights leader Feb 16, 2009
In addition to student performances, Andrea Ebona-Michel, Elderly Services coordinator for Tlingit & Haida, will present a posthumous award to the family of Emma G. Widmark to commemorate the National Hero Award presented in November 2008 by the National Resource Centers on Native American Aging and the Administration on Aging. The National Hero Award recognized Widmark, who died July 7, 2008, for extraordinary service to her community. (Juneau Empire)
Stabbing victim's father says authorities shutting family out Feb 13, 2009
Country Boy wrote on Feb 10, 2009 12:48 PM:" Jmc822, you compare their brotherhood to that of monks, the legal or medical brotherhood. How many of these brotherhood have a members that are in prison for some really bad crimes?Kevin O'Neill, president of the Wisconsin / Stateline Outlaws chapter, received a sentence of life in prison after being convicted on racketeering charges.Thomas Sienkowski, president of the Milwaukee chapter of the Outlaws motorcycle club, was sentenced to 10 years in... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
The Importance of Eye Exams for Those with Diabetes Feb 8, 2009
Sunday, February 08, 2009. Published Monday, November 3, 2008 12:00 AM CST. (Pekin Times, IL)
Silver Alert Helps Keep Senior Citizens Safe Feb 8, 2009
The coordinator would consult with agencies such as the Federal Communications Commission, the Department of Transportation and the Administration on Aging to develop best practices and provide federal funds to implement state Silver Alert programs. "Reuniting missing seniors with their families requires a rapid and united response," says Drea. (Pekin Times, IL)
Complaints over nursing home evictions on the rise Feb 8, 2009
Nationally, discharge-related complaints have more than doubled in a decade to 12,000 in 2007, according to the U.S. Administration on Aging. "The system is getting frayed around the edges," said Louise Ryan, the state's long-term care ombudsman, or chief resident advocate. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Boomers keep fitness industry feelin' groovy Feb 7, 2009
With the U.S. Administration on Aging reporting that 77 percent of all financial assets in the United States are held by those 50 and older, it's like the poet said: "You don't need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows.". Thompson said an a survey by IHRSA, which promotes fitness through education and sports club membership, showed that gym membership among the 55+ group in the United States jumped from 1. (MSNBC -- Health)
The Best Exercise Programs Benefit the Elderly Feb 7, 2009
"Our findings indicate that the low-cost health promotion programs should be expanded with public funding from programs like the Administration on Aging, and that health promotion for older adults should be included in the national health care reform agenda that is now focusing on prevention," Hughes concluded. SOURCE: American Journal of Public Health, January 2009. (MEDLINEplus)
