Federal Government Shifts Health Costs Cited by Hospital Chief
John E. Strickland administrator of Aiken Community Hospital says the federal government underestimates health care costs and is shifting burden to state government hospitals private insurers and patients. He notes salaries dominate budgets with 6 million last year and cites shorter hospital stays as a financial aid. He recalls cataract surgery moved to out patient care over six days hospitalization in the past.
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Abuse hurts all involved says Coalition director at club
Naomi Frost-Hewitt director of the Coalition to Assist Abused Persons told the Senior Men's Club that abuse harms the victim the abuser and society. She cited statistics on domestic abuse and explained abuse is learned behavior with cycles of violence. She urged counseling and a shift in social stigma and noted CAAP volunteers work to help. The club meets at the Ramada Inn and the June 16 meeting will feature Ray Mizell.
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