Healthcare provider builds war chest for care acquisitions

DALLAS: Financing constraints mean Bupa only has around 200-300 million dollars available for acquisitions in 2015, its chief executive said on Monday.

The unlisted company made profits of 638 million dollars last year and would come in at around 50-60th position in the FTSE-100, if Read More »

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Secrets to buying long-term care insurance revealed

ATLANTA: Policies are rising in price, while benefits are getting skimpier.

For aging baby boomers, planning for long-term care costs becomes more pressing every day. But the insurance that helps to cover these costs is surging in price, while the benefits are significantly decreasing.

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Brain ages but cognitive function can improve

HOUSTON: The Institute of Medicine recommends that you relax a little bit. Everything ages, even your brain. There are things you can do, and disaster is most likely not around the corner.

“Cognitive functioning in older adults can improve in some areas, such as those Read More »

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Seniors housing developers compete for Global Award

NEW YORK: The three hundred and third entry for the seniors housing Global Award for 2015 has been received.

A Flushing group and the Department of City Planning teamed up to push forth a project to redevelop the Flushing waterfront and bring more affordable housing to Read More »

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