SC: Traumatic brain injury patient denied insurance coverage
United Healthcare, PSA Airlines deem traumatic brain injury treatment ‘not medically necessary’ for Upstate patient GREENVILLE, S.C. —…
The ‘Great Wealth Transfer’ Is Hitting a Speed Bump
Economists have been talking about the “Great Wealth Transfer” for a while now—the idea that baby boomers,…
My Mom Has Alzheimer’s, and Her Long-Term Care Has Cost $400,000
This interview is based on a conversation with Alison George, 52, who lives in Raleigh. George cared for…
I Built a House for My Dad With Dementia, Paid $120,000 to Support Him
This interview is based on a conversation with John Nuar, 34, who lives in Canton, Michigan. Nuar built…
Edmonton General care home battling mice infestation, droppings
The operator of one of the province’s largest long-term care homes says it’s working to address serious concerns…
Nursing shortage persists in NC despite recent improvements
By Jaymie Baxley Though North Carolina still has far fewer nurses than it needs, incremental gains have been…
Rural NC county sees rapid rise in unregulated care homes
By Jaymie Baxley In the winter of 2021, social workers in rural Wilson County were overwhelmed by a…