Vaccines do not increase the risk of memory loss in older adults; in fact, evidence suggests they may help protect against cognitive decline and dementia. Recent studies have found that certain vaccines, such as the shingles vaccine, are associated with…
COVID-19 vaccines are generally considered safe for seniors with dementia and are strongly recommended to protect this vulnerable group from severe illness, hospitalization, and death caused by COVID-19. Older adults, including those with cognitive impairments like dementia, face a higher…
Replacing Obamacare (the Affordable Care Act, ACA) for older Americans involves addressing several complex challenges related to affordability, coverage, and access to care. Older adults, especially those between 50 and 64 who are not yet eligible for Medicare, face rising…
Seniors generally perceive that the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has **improved their healthcare**, particularly through expanded preventive care coverage and reduced prescription drug costs, though opinions vary depending on individual circumstances and recent policy changes. One of the most significant…
The question of whether **health freedom** is compatible with the **care needs of people living with dementia** is complex and multifaceted. Health freedom generally refers to an individual’s right to make autonomous decisions about their own health care, including the…
Repealing Obamacare, formally known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), would very likely increase **out-of-pocket costs for seniors** in several significant ways. The ACA introduced numerous protections and subsidies that helped reduce the financial burden on older adults, especially those…
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) fundamentally changed how health insurance treats people with pre-existing conditions, including serious illnesses like Alzheimer’s disease. Before the ACA, insurance companies could deny coverage, charge higher premiums, or exclude treatment for anyone with a pre-existing…
Seniors who qualify for both **Obamacare (the Affordable Care Act marketplace plans)** and **Medicare** often face confusion about how these two programs interact, what coverage they can expect, and how to manage their healthcare costs effectively. Understanding the overlap between…
Medicare costs have generally increased over time, including since the implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), but the relationship between the ACA and Medicare costs is complex and influenced by multiple factors. The ACA, enacted in 2010, introduced a…
Repealing Obamacare, formally known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), could significantly reduce access to dementia specialists for many patients, especially older adults and those with cognitive impairments. The ACA expanded health insurance coverage to millions of Americans, including older…