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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
A Record Twenty-Five States Take Action to Address Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention
May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month ARLINGTON, Va., May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) announced today that 25 states have taken steps through legislation and executive action to tackle the costly and growing problem of osteoporosis. This is a record number of states participating in the annual campaign. Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Kansas, Las Vegas – Nevada, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, and Wisconsin have passed, introduced legislation, or made gubernatorial proclamations calling for action to raise awareness and declare May 2025 as Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month. The states responded to a nationwide effort launched by BHOF to share information about this debilitating disease and its extremely high associated costs. The 2021 Milliman Research Report: Medicare Cost of Osteoporotic Fractures: The Clinical and Cost Burden of Fractures Associated with Osteoporosis provides a detailed report for all 50 states on the incidence of osteoporotic fractures, their healthcare impact, and Medicare costs. The report was commissioned by BHOF. It finds that total national costs of osteoporotic fractures will rise from $57 billion to over $95 billion by 2030 as our population ages. "We need to prioritize our bone health as a critical step in maintaining good health throughout our lives," said Claire Gill, CEO, BHOF. "Half of all women and one quarter of all men over the age of 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis in their lifetime. Osteoporosis can lead to debilitating fractures and even death. These fractures can be prevented, and we appreciate the state policy leaders who are making their citizens aware about this disease and how to prevent it." There are simple steps that all people and their elected officials can take to strengthen bone health and reduce the burden of osteoporosis at the local and national level. This May, BHOF encouraged people to "Walk a Mile a Day in May" and had support from some well-known celebrities who created video messages to help raise awareness. These messages can be viewed on BHOF's social media platforms. About the Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF), formerly the National Osteoporosis Foundation, is the leading health organization dedicated to preventing osteoporosis and broken bones, promoting strong bones for life and reducing human suffering through programs of public and clinician awareness, education, advocacy and research. Established in 1984, BHOF is the nation's largest health organization dedicated to osteoporosis and bone health. For more information, visit Media Contact:Carina Maycmay@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
PUC rejects Unitil's cost-shifting proposal
The New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission (PUC) rejected Unitil's proposal to recover nearly $700,000 in default energy supply costs by adding them to its Stranded Cost Charge, a fee paid by all electric distribution customers. In a May 20 decision, the PUC instead reaffirmed a long-standing policy that utility supply costs must be recovered through default service rates, not distribution charges. The Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire (CPCNH) applauded the decision, calling it a 'win for fairness, customer choice, and the integrity of New Hampshire's competitive energy market.' 'New Hampshire residents and businesses deserve a level playing field, transparent rate structures, and the freedom to choose better energy options,' said Deana Dennis, director of Regulatory & Legislative Affairs at CPCNH. 'The Commission's decision ensures that utilities cannot offload supply losses onto customers of Community Power and competitive supply through hidden delivery charges.' In a statement, Unitil said default service 'serves an important role for customers.' 'It's a stable, protected option that customers can rely on if they don't, or can't, choose a third-party supplier,' Unitil said. 'Our proposal aimed to recover costs in a way that reflects the value this service provides to all customers. However, we respect the Commission's decision and remain committed to working collaboratively with regulators, stakeholders, and communities to meet customers' evolving energy needs.' The PUC found Unitil's proposed accounting treatment inconsistent with standard ratemaking principles and existing precedent, including the principle that those who create costs should pay for them. The decision comes amid scrutiny of New Hampshire's default energy service procurement structure. Earlier this spring, the PUC approved changes that allow all three of New Hamshire's investor-owned utilities — including Unitil — to increase the portion of their default energy service procured through short-term spot market purchases to 50% for residential and small business customers. CPCNH provided testimony in the case, including analysis from Clifton C. Below, chair of its Regulatory & Legislative Affairs Committee, who identified anomalies in Unitil's reported data — signaling errors in the company's billing and load settlement systems. The anomalies were similar to flaws that Below uncovered in the Eversource $6.5 million cost-shifting case, where the PUC also acted to maintain the status quo and defer consideration of what to do with the Eversource under- collection to later this summer. 'It should never be acceptable for utilities to lowball their default service rates, lose money, and then socialize those losses across all customers — especially those who made other energy supply choices,' said Dennis. 'This decision helps preserve a competitive market that delivers greater transparency in electric rates and empowers customers and local communities.'
Scotsman
03-05-2025
- General
- Scotsman
Unclaimed Lottery prizes worth millions — check your tickets
This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Millions in lottery winnings are still waiting to be claimed 🎟️ Sign up to the weekly Cost Of Living newsletter. Saving tips, deals and money hacks. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Unclaimed National Lottery prizes are more common than many realise, often forgotten in bags, pockets, or email inboxes Six winning tickets, including multiple EuroMillions and a Thunderball prize, are still up for grabs Prizes range from £90,000 to £1 million, with deadlines to claim falling between May and October 2025 Winners have 180 days from the draw date to claim their prize — or the money goes to UK good causes Unclaimed National Lottery prizes are more common than you might think, with winning tickets often forgotten in wallets, bags, or online accounts before their owners even realise. Right now, a life-changing win could be tucked away in your jacket pocket, hidden in your car's glovebox, or buried in an old email. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad With several prizes still up for grabs, it's definitely worth checking the list below — you could be sitting on a fortune. Three ticket-holders scoop £1m each in Easter Lotto jackpot rolldown | Yui Mok/PA Wire How long do National Lottery winners have to claim their prize? Winning lottery ticket holders have 180 days (approximately six months) from the draw date to claim the prize. If no valid claim is made within the deadline, the prize money - along with any interest it accrues - goes towards funding National Lottery Projects across the UK. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad How can National Lottery winnings be claimed? Prize winnings of £500 and under can be claimed in store from a National Lottery retailer - that is, an authorised store or outlet where you can purchase lottery tickets, like newsagents, supermarkets, and petrol stations. Prizes over £500 and up to and including £50,000 can be claimed online. For prizes over £50,000, and monthly prize winnings (Set For Life), winning ticket holders should call the National Lottery on 0333 234 50 50 to confirm and arrange the winning claim. If your ticket has been damaged or destroyed, you still may be able to make a valid claim, however, an appeal should be filed within 30 days of the draw date. Details on the information you would need to provide can be found on the National Lottery website. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad How to increase your chances of winning the lottery Let's be honest: hitting the jackpot isn't easy. The odds are slim, but there are ways to improve your chances and spend less money while pursuing that life-changing prize. Lottery syndicates have been popular for as long as the draws themselves - and for good reason. By pooling resources with others, you can boost your odds of winning. Sure, you'll have to share the prize, but when it's a £100 million EuroMillions jackpot, does that really matter? This is the clever ethos behind Lotto Social, an online syndicate anyone can join in. Not everyone will have a syndicate at work, or in a pub, or a sports club, so this opens the opportunities up to the wider public. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad With its simple online platform, Lotto Social unlocks far more opportunities for wins, whether they are big wins or small wins, by increasing the number of entries you're getting. It's completely free to join, so you're in control of how much you're spending, and you choose the syndicates you join, and the prizes you're hoping for. You can even opt in to international lotteries to increase your chances of a win even further. Current unclaimed National Lottery prizes EuroMillions - £321,840.60 A EuroMillions ticket remains unclaimed. The draw in question took place on November 19, and the lucky ticket holder has until May 18, 2025 to come forward. The ticket was bought in the Winchester area. EuroMillions - £1m A millionaire is yet to come forward. The draw in question took place on December 27, and the lucky ticket holder has until June 25, 2025 to come forward. The ticket was bought in Wiltshire. EuroMillions - £106,738.50 Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad A third EuroMillions ticket remains unclaimed following the draw on January 14. The lucky winner has until July 13, 2025, to claim their prize. The ticket was purchased in the London Borough of Barnet. EuroMillions - £1m A fourth EuroMillions ticket remains unclaimed. The draw in question took place on February 14, and the lucky ticket holder has until August 13, 2025 to come forward. The ticket was bought in Liverpool. EuroMillions - £90,063.20 A fifth EuroMillions ticket remains unclaimed following the draw on April 15. The lucky winner has until October 12, 2025, to claim their prize. The ticket was purchased in the London Borough of Lambeth. Thunderball - £500,000 Aside from unclaimed EuroMillions winnings, a Thunderball ticket is also out there somewhere. The lucky holder's number came up during the April 8 draw, after they purchased a ticket in Stratford-upon-Avon. They have until October 5 to claim. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad
Scotsman
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Martin Lewis: free Star Wars Lego set at Smyths this week
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Snap up a galaxy-sized bargain this weekend – no spending or sign-up needed ✨ Sign up to the weekly Cost Of Living newsletter. Saving tips, deals and money hacks. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... A free Lego Millennium Falcon available at Smyths Toys this Saturday, 3 May Over 100 UK stores taking part — first come, first served from 9am The offer is part of a special in-store only Star Wars event, while stocks last Set is a 74-piece polybag mini build, which usually retails for £3.49 Martin Lewis' MSE team calls it a top May the 4th weekend freebie Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert team has revealed a brilliant Star Wars-themed freebie just in time for the May the 4th weekend — and Lego fans of all ages are set to love it. This Saturday (3 May), Smyths Toys is giving away free Lego Millennium Falcon sets in-store across the UK. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Over 100 Smyths locations are taking part, and all you need to do is turn up from 9am — no purchase necessary. (Images: Lego/Getty Images) | Lego/Getty Images But you'll need to be quick: the offer is first come, first served, and once they're gone, they're gone. Queues are expected and there's no way to reserve a set. The giveaway is for a Lego 'polybag' set — a smaller Lego build that typically comes in a sealed plastic or paper bag rather than a standard cardboard box. These mini sets are often used as magazine covermounts or special promotional gifts, and while the name 'polybag' has stuck, Lego has begun using more eco-friendly paper packaging in recent years. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The set in question is the Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon (set 30708-1), a micro-scale version of the iconic ship made up of 74 pieces. It's advertised as suitable for ages six and up, and while it usually retails for £3.49 on the official Lego website, it's currently out of stock — making this a particularly tempting offer for collectors and kids alike. The set has been available since March but has proven popular among Star Wars and Lego fans. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad So if you fancy picking up a little piece of the Star Wars galaxy for free this weekend, set your alarms for Saturday morning, find your nearest Smyths, and may the bricks be with you. Are you struggling to make ends meet as costs continue to rise? You can now send your stories to us online via YourWorld at It's free to use and, once checked, your story will appear on our website and, space allowing, in our newspapers.
Business Wire
28-04-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
Curant Health Launches PlanPlus™, A Specialized Division Dedicated to Health Plan Member Solutions And Business Intelligence
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Curant Health, a multifaceted Medication Care Management ® organization dedicated to the care of complex patients nationwide, is proud to announce the launch of its PlanPlus ™ business unit. PlanPlus ™ is solely focused on improving the clinical health outcomes of Health Plan member populations via award-winning complex care patient services, and unmatched business intelligence capabilities. Curant Health is URAC, ACHC, NABP and HITRUST certified with 12 IRB clinical studies, validating significant improvements in operational, clinical, financial, and patient-reported outcomes. 'Curant Health developed PlanPlus™ to be a focused business unit providing best-in-class member solutions to our Health Plan partners looking to improve their Medicare Advantage Stars Ratings, HEDIS Scores and expand their Business Intelligence" Share 'Curant Health developed PlanPlus™ to be a focused business unit providing best-in-class member solutions to our Health Plan partners looking to improve their Medicare Advantage Stars Ratings, HEDIS Scores and expand their Business Intelligence and data services. PlanPlus ™ is the culmination of 25 years of improving the lives of patients with complex care needs. This experience makes PlanPlus ™ uniquely qualified to support members around the country and impact Medicare Stars performance and Total Cost of Care in a continuously evolving Health Plan landscape,' said Patrick Dunham, CEO and Co-Founder of Curant Health. Curant Health's PlanPlus ™ business unit further highlights its commitment to life-saving patient support and the empowerment of Health Plans looking to improve the clinical outcomes of their members. For more information, please visit About Curant Health Curant Health is a proven adherence organization that specializes in clinician empowered & tech-enabled medication adherence and utilization management support to maximize Medicare program Stars performance and minimize commercial plan Total Cost of Care (TCoC). Curant Health's solutions for Health Plans include products focused on Stars Adherence Improvement, HEDIS Gap Closure, Medication Reconciliation Post-Discharge, High Cost & Complex Care Monitoring, and Total Cost of Care Reduction. Curant Health leverages member risk stratification/segmentation and enhanced member engagement services to deliver optimal member and partner outcomes while providing real-time insights and program strategy through dynamic business reviews. For more information, please visit
