Health Matters
California
Why long-term care insurance falls short for so many
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The private insurance market has proved wildly inadequate in providing financial security for millions of older Americans, in part by underestimating how many policyholders would use their coverage.Health Matters
A guide to long-term care insurance
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Deciding when, or whether, to buy long-term care insurance can be complex. Here’s what to know.Health Matters
Extra fees drive assisted living profits
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The add-ons pile up: $93 for medications, $50 for cable TV: Prices soar as the industry leaves no service unbilled, out of reach for many families.Health Matters
What to know about assisted living
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The facilities can look like luxury apartments or modest group homes and can vary in pricing structures -- here’s a guide.public safety
Youngest e-bike riders more likely to be hurt; Marin County health officials warn on safety
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Among youth ages 10 to 19 years old, EMS data showed that five out of seven recorded bike accidents were e-bike-related.News
5 things parents should know about social media’s impact on teens’ mental health
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Slightly more than half of U.S. teens spend at least four hours a day on social media and on average, all teens spend close to five, according to a recent survey.Health Matters
Who will care for older adults? We’ve plenty of know-how but too few specialists
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Despite the surging older population, there are fewer geriatricians now than in 2000.California
Dads drive growth in California’s paid family leave program
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The number of men in the state taking paid family leave to bond with a new child has risen nearly 20% since the start of the pandemic.Arts & Entertainment
