Mississippi’s deadline for voter-registration is this Tuesday, October 10th. And, “A-A-R-P Mississippi” is reminding residents about what they need to do, in order to cast their ballot. The group’s Ronda Gooden explains…

“Election-laws and voting-places can change. That’s why we’ve collected all of the latest information—so that voters can be heard. This includes how to register; what the rules are for absentee or in-person absentee voting; and all of the key deadlines. We want to make sure that all voters know about their options—whether they’re eligible to vote by absentee ballot, or if they cast their vote on Election Day. Also, voters told us in a recent survey that healthcare-access is a key issue: Almost a quarter of the respondents feel that Medicaid-expansion is important—while another quarter of the responses involve access to affordable healthcare, such as prescriptions and insurance.”

For the latest voting-information, visit “a-a-r-p”-dot-org-slash-“m-s-votes”.

Today, there are more ways than ever for Florida’s businesses to find new employees—and to keep them. This includes apprenticeship-programs that help employers attract and train job-seekers. “Apprentice Florida” encourages businesses, throughout the state, to explore these opportunities. Kevin O’Farrell is the chancellor for the Department of Education’s “Division of Career- and Adult-Education”...

“To recruit and retain talent in this competitive hiring-market, it’s critical that employers innovate. Apprenticeship-programs allow you to train talent with your standards in mind. This leads to reduced turnover, increased productivity, and a proven return-on-investment. In fact, for every dollar spent on apprenticeships, employers receive an average return of a-dollar-50. And, a full 97-percent of employers recommend the apprenticeship-model. Apprenticeships work for business—and now is the best time to get started.”

To learn more, visit “apprentice-florida”-dot-com.

The voter-guide in September’s issue of the “A-A-R-P Bulletin” features interviews with Kentucky’s leading candidates for governor. Charlotte Whittaker is the volunteer state-president of “A-A-R-P Kentucky”…

“We asked both Governor Beshear and Attorney-General Cameron about issues that are important to older Kentuckians. These include: improving savings-options, especially for those who can’t save for retirement at work; helping support the 600-thousand Kentuckians who provide unpaid family-care; combatting the rising cost of living; and lowering prescription-drug prices. We thank both candidates for their participation—and urge all voters to cast their ballot.”

For more information about November’s elections, visit “a-a-r-p”-dot-org-slash-“k-y-votes”.

The “American Cancer Society” expects that Texas will rank as the third-highest state in leukemia-cases, this year—with a survival-rate of only 66-percent. That’s why the “Coalition of Hematology- and Oncology-Practices” is using September’s observance of “Blood-Cancer Awareness Month” to call on the state’s elected-officials to act. Kathy Oubre [as in “tube”] is the Coalition’s president…

“Blood-cancers—such as leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma—require immediate attention and support. They also affect people of all ages, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. However, cutting-edge research in immunotherapy, precision medicine, and gene-therapies offer promising avenues—to improve patient-outcomes and quality-of-life. By investing in these areas, we can accelerate both the development and the accessibility of breakthrough treatments—offering hope to those who need it most. The potential exists to transform blood-cancers from life-threatening conditions to manageable chronic-diseases. But, it still requires our collective support.”

Among the Coalition’s requests are more funding for clinical trials and vital research-initiatives—along with comprehensive insurance-coverage for blood-cancer treatments.

The “American Cancer Society” projects that New York State will rank fourth—across all types of blood-cancer—in the number of new cases, this year. That’s why the “Coalition of Hematology- and Oncology-Practices” is using September’s observance of “Blood-Cancer Awareness Month” to call on the state’s elected-officials to act. Kathy Oubre [as in “tube”] is the Coalition’s president…

“Blood-cancers—such as leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma—require immediate attention and support. They also affect people of all ages, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. However, cutting-edge research in immunotherapy, precision medicine, and gene-therapies offer promising avenues—to improve patient-outcomes and quality-of-life. By investing in these areas, we can accelerate both the development and the accessibility of breakthrough treatments—offering hope to those who need it most. The potential exists to transform blood-cancers from life-threatening conditions to manageable chronic-diseases. But, it still requires our collective support.”

Among the Coalition’s requests are more funding for clinical trials and vital research-initiatives—along with comprehensive insurance-coverage for blood-cancer treatments.

The “American Cancer Society” predicts that more than four-thousand cases of lymphoma and leukemia will be diagnosed throughout New Jersey, this year. That’s why the “Coalition of Hematology- and Oncology-Practices” is using September’s observance of “Blood-Cancer Awareness Month” to call on the state’s elected-officials to act. Kathy Oubre [as in “tube”] is the Coalition’s president…

“Blood-cancers—such as leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma—require immediate attention and support. They also affect people of all ages, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. However, cutting-edge research in immunotherapy, precision medicine, and gene-therapies offer promising avenues—to improve patient-outcomes and quality-of-life. By investing in these areas, we can accelerate both the development and the accessibility of breakthrough treatments—offering hope to those who need it most. The potential exists to transform blood-cancers from life-threatening conditions to manageable chronic-diseases. But, it still requires our collective support.”

Among the Coalition’s requests are more funding for clinical trials and vital research-initiatives—along with comprehensive insurance-coverage for blood-cancer treatments.

The “American Cancer Society” estimates that Florida will have almost 38-hundred myeloma-cases, this year—which would lead the nation. That’s why the “Coalition of Hematology- and Oncology-Practices” is using September’s observance of “Blood-Cancer Awareness Month” to call on the state’s elected-officials to act. Kathy Oubre [as in “tube”] is the Coalition’s president…

“Blood-cancers—such as leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma—require immediate attention and support. They also affect people of all ages, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. However, cutting-edge research in immunotherapy, precision medicine, and gene-therapies offer promising avenues—to improve patient-outcomes and quality-of-life. By investing in these areas, we can accelerate both the development and the accessibility of breakthrough treatments—offering hope to those who need it most. The potential exists to transform blood-cancers from life-threatening conditions to manageable chronic-diseases. But, it still requires our collective support.”

Among the Coalition’s requests are more funding for clinical trials and vital research-initiatives—along with comprehensive insurance-coverage for blood-cancer treatments.

The “American Cancer Society” forecasts that California will be the leading state for lymphoma-, leukemia-, and myeloma-related deaths, by the end of this year. That’s why the “Coalition of Hematology- and Oncology-Practices” is using September’s observance of “Blood-Cancer Awareness Month” to call on the state’s elected-officials to act. Kathy Oubre [as in “tube”] is the Coalition’s president…

“Blood-cancers—such as leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma—require immediate attention and support. They also affect people of all ages, races, and socioeconomic backgrounds. However, cutting-edge research in immunotherapy, precision medicine, and gene-therapies offer promising avenues—to improve patient-outcomes and quality-of-life. By investing in these areas, we can accelerate both the development and the accessibility of breakthrough treatments—offering hope to those who need it most. The potential exists to transform blood-cancers from life-threatening conditions to manageable chronic-diseases. But, it still requires our collective support.”

Among the Coalition’s requests are more funding for clinical trials and vital research-initiatives—along with comprehensive insurance-coverage for blood-cancer treatments.

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“Most people in my life didn’t know I was struggling. For some students, handling the stress of school, family, and personal lives can be overwhelming. While I might seem like I have it all together, I also struggle with mental-health challenges, every day—like anxiety and depression. And, I know I’m not alone. My generation’s mental health is suffering at an alarming rate: Suicide is the second-leading cause of death for young people in the U-S. It’s vital that parents and trusted adults play an active role in supporting the young people in your lives. Take time to check in regularly—not just about *what* we’re doing, but *how* we’re doing. So, how can you help? Connect with us, ask the tough questions, and listen. Don’t wait; start the conversation with your teen today. For tips on how, visit ‘jed-foundation’-dot-org-slash-‘start-talking’.”

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Now through Saturday, September 30th, Pennsylvanians have the opportunity to complete a “Needs-Assessment Survey”—as part of the state’s development of a “Master Plan for Older Adults”. And, Nora Dowd Eisenhower—“A-A-R-P Pennsylvania’s” volunteer state-president—encourages all residents to have their say…

“The ‘Master Plan’ will serve as a 10-year roadmap, to build and maintain a Pennsylvania where every resident can live and thrive—at any age. With an older-adult population of nearly three-and-a-half-million—and with one-in-four residents expected to be over the age of 65, by 2030—now is the perfect time to create a ‘Master Plan’ for Pennsylvania. ‘A-A-R-P’ urges everyone to participate—so that, together, we can build an age- and disability-friendly Commonwealth.”

To learn more, visit “a-a-r-p”-dot-org-slash-“p-a-master-plan”.