What is Ransomware and 7 tips of Do’s and Dont’s
Ransomware Ransomware is a type of malware from cryptovirology that threatens to publish the victim’s personal data or perpetually block access to it unless a ransom is paid. While some simple ransomware may lock the system so that it is not difficult for a knowledgeable person to reverse, more advanced malware uses a technique called
COVID-19 vaccines at VA
COVID-19 vaccines at VA Latest updates on booster shots and additional doses We encourage everyone who is eligible to come in for a COVID-19 booster or additional dose now. We follow Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance on booster shots and additional doses: Everyone who is at least 18 years old should get
CDC – Flu-Fighting Remedies That Really Help
Flu-Fighting Remedies That Really Help If you have the flu or you want to prevent yourself from getting the flu, there are some common over-the-counter medications that are used. Cough syrup, lozenges, flu medicine, and lots of other stuff are used to relieve the symptoms of flu, while things like Airborne products or flu vaccines
THE SEASON THAT KEEPS GIVING
THE SEASON THAT KEEPS GIVING We are so blessed this holiday season. Our agency received a generous and unexpected donation. With this donation we were able to put together a holiday meal for 15 of our most vulnerable elderly clients. This meal consisted of a turkey or a ham some received a turkey and
Merry Christmas from Western Montana Area VI Agency on Aging
Western Montana Area VI would like to say Thank You to our wonderful community, Clients, and dedicated Volunteers for everything you have done throughout this past year. Through donations and contributions, we were able to put together about 15 foods and goodies bag to those in need during this Holiday Season. We wish you all
Fraud in Hospice Care SMP
Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) January 2022 Hospice fraud is largely unreported and can cause direct patient harm if undetected. Hospice care is comfort care at the end of life. It focuses on managing pain to provide a higher quality of life for terminally ill individuals and provides support and counseling for their caregivers and family
Frostbite and elderly: Why older adults are at risk for frostbite
There are many wintertime dangers older adults are prone to, and frostbite is one of them. Also known as cold burn, frostbite is a medical condition in which a part of the body actually freezes. Mild frostbite rarely leaves permanent damage, but severe frostbite does. In extreme cases, frostbite may actually lead to amputation of
Libby Senior Center
I am sure most of you have heard that scammers can clone phone numbers. We have been cloned – We are doing everything in our power to remedy this situation. We are receiving calls back from all over. Please do not give out personal information when the scammer calls you with our phone number! Feel