Tag: health
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Pima County’s Asylum Seeker Support: Funding Shift
Pima County faces imminent challenges in aiding and accommodating asylum seekers due to a recent alteration in federal funding allocation. The shift from FEMA’s Emergency Food and Shelter Program to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Sheltering Services Program, which commenced on January 1, has significantly reduced resources available for sheltering and medical screening…
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Senior Drivers Need To Be Careful About Their Meds
Introduction This article, part of a three-part series focusing on seniors and driving, sheds light on a critical yet often overlooked concern— the potential impact of over-the-counter medications on senior drivers. While these medications might seem harmless and easily accessible, their effects on older adults, particularly regarding driving safety, warrant closer attention. Age-Related Changes in…
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Seniors and Driving: Navigating Changes and Enhancing Safety
This article is part two of a comprehensive series dedicated to understanding the intersection of seniors and driving. As Green Valley boasts an average age of 72.9 years, reflecting the reality that many residents received their driver’s license approximately 57 years ago, the need for updated driving skills becomes increasingly crucial. The Evolving Landscape of…