The Decline In Covid 19 Deaths Among Nursing Home Residents And Staff Reversed Course Amid The Surging Delta Variant This SummerTrustees Release Annual Financial Reports."Chaining" COLAs Still Under Consideration.If you've been to a pharmacy in recent years, you've no doubt noticed how drug costs are soaring - and you've probably felt the immense financial pressure of rising prices. You've also probably thought about how it is that consumers are burdened with the pain of these higher costs while the drug industry simultaneously rakes in massive profits with little to no accountability. … Continued
Promote Literacy In Our CommunityDuring the wide-ranging question and answer session TSCL asked the Senator if legislation to lower prescription drug prices and end surprise medical billing would be passed this year. The Senator's answer was disappointing but also not surprising..In addition, it appears that public health preparedness has not been a priority among government officials for several years and funding for public health programs has been cut..President Trump has said that he wants to deliver on his promise to lower drug costs, but bipartisan legislation is required to cap costs and provide real cost savings for older Americans. If Congress fails to take action, older Americans will bear the increasing burden of higher drug spending through depleted savings, higher taxes, and a lower standard of living. … Continued