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National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day 2019 [VIDEO]

Wednesday, September 18, marks National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day (NHAAD) 2019. Launched in 2008 by The AIDS Institute, NHAAD offers a chance to highlight the unique challenges the aging HIV population faces. The institute also created the video above, titled “Use Your Voice: Addressing Stigma in Older Women.” Data from “HIV and Older Americans”Courtesy… Read More: National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day 2019 [VIDEO] »

Former Uber executive Meghan Joyce tapped by Oscar Health for COO

Health insurer Oscar Health has tapped former Uber executive Meghan Joyce to fill the long-empty role of chief operations officer as the company positions itself for a major expansion. “I never thought I would land in health care,” said Joyce, who served as the general manager for Uber’s operations along the East coast and Canada,… Read More: Former Uber executive Meghan Joyce tapped by Oscar Health for… »

Seven Amazing Hand Creams We’re Using To Invigorate Dry Skin

We’re all for a little self care when it comes to feeling totally serene and hydrated in your own body. A little face mask will do the trick for a skin refresher and detox. We find a camomile tea calms us when we’re feeling a little worried. Sore muscles? There’s nothing epsom salt won’t cure.… Read More: Seven Amazing Hand Creams We’re Using To Invigorate Dry Skin »

OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma files for bankruptcy

Pharmaceutical giant Purdue Pharma has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as part of a tentative agreement to settle thousands of lawsuits over its role in the opioid crisis. The company responsible for OxyContin announced Sunday it filed for bankruptcy protections just days after agreeing to terms with state attorneys general in over 2,000 lawsuits that… Read More: OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma files for bankruptcy »