This Active Life May 2004

A Message from the President

Why Medicare Reform Needs Reforming
Retirees have borne the brunt of high prescription drug costs for years, so when Congress took up the challenge of providing drug coverage through Medicare, it seemed some welcome relief was in sight.
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Cover Story

Why diving into new learning experiences can be fun, fulfilling-and maybe even good for your brain.
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Member Profiles

Meet Frank Bing (Arizona), Clifford Holmes (Georgia), and Joan Donley (Ohio). What spurs their involvement in NEA?
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People

Arkansas member Helen Holloway brings hope to residents of De Valls Bluff. Alaskan Jerry Dixon hasn't backed down from a challenge yet. Joe Soprani will change how you think of the accordion.
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Great Ideas

Medicare can be a maze, but Colorado member Euvaldo Valdez makes house calls to help cut through the red tape.
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Ask the Expert

Congress recently approved a new addition to Medicare, Part D, that will offer prescription drug coverage beginning January 1, 2006. Here's the lowdown on the new drug benefit from the Medicare Rights Center, a nonprofit advocacy group.
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Safety

The debate rages: How old is too old to get behind the wheel? Our tips will help you and your loved ones make the right choice.
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