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ULM Gerontology: Seminar on elder abuse Feb. 18 via Zoom
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WHEN: 1-3 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021
WHERE: Zoom
The free seminar, “When Love Hurts: Elder Abuse by Trusted People,” is organized by Anita Sharma, Ph.D., ULM Gerontology program director.
Speakers with the state Elderly Protective Services and Louisiana Ombudsman Program will present case histories and reporting guidelines.
Topics will cover different types of abuse, including domestic violence, abuse in institutional settings, and abuse by trusted people who may not be family members.
Registration is required. Email Sharma at asharma@ulm.edu to register and receive the Zoom meeting information.
Energy Research Institute, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
The energy sector is currently facing different challenges. It is necessary for business leaders to understand the forthcoming changes that will affect their businesses in order to prepare themselves for any uncertainties and take advantage of new opportunities. This paper identifies changes that are expected to have an impact on Thailand’s energy system in the next 30 years and explores plausible scenarios for Thailand’s energy sector under such changes. The study starts with an examination of global and local circumstances. The examination pinpoints a focal issue as “to achieve sustainable development goals (SDG) by 2050”. Then, STEEP analysis is implemented to identify business drivers in social (S), technological (T), economical (E), ecological (E), and political (P) aspects. Subsequently, consultations with stakeholders are arranged to finalize the critical uncertainties. Policy and technology are fo
#BTColumn – Key ministers missing in action
Article by February 6, 2021
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by this author are their own and do not represent the official position of the Barbados Today.
by
Hyacinth R. Greenidge
I listened to moderator David Ellis earlier this week on his station’s call-in programme. And I agree with every word he said.
He accused some Government ministers of treating Bajans with “utter contempt and disrespect”.
We are in the middle of the biggest crisis the country has faced in recent history. Yet, key Government ministers have gone awol.
Eleven people have died so far for the year, nine of which fall in the category of the elderly. The Government-run Geriatric Hospital has reported cases of the deadly COVID-19 disease. Vulnerable, elderly people are at highest risk. Many live alone. Many need extra care. Many cannot afford the basics.
Forum, Jan. 30: NH bill restricts telehealth access
Published: 1/29/2021 10:00:05 PM
Modified: 1/29/2021 10:00:03 PM
NH bill restricts telehealth access
The New Hampshire House has scheduled a hearing for Tuesday on HB 602, a bill that would eliminate reimbursements for audio-only telemedicine appointments. Given that a recent survey by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services of telehealth usage by Medicare recipients during the pandemic showed that one-third of telehealth appointments took place by telephone, this bill threatens to restrict access to a mode of care that has proven to be of use to many people.
Why is stopping coverage for audio-only appointments a problem? This bill discriminates against people who are not able to access the internet or who do not have the equipment or knowledge to access video/audio care with their doctors, clinicians or therapists.