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It's Part D Time Again

By Mark Bevis on Tuesday, November 14, 2006.

It's that time again.

If you are "of a certain age", you've got to start thinking about formularies, generics, and donut holes again.

It's time to sign up for Medicare Part D, prescription drug Coverage.

Anita Oelfke with the Health Insurance Counseling, Education, and Assistance Service tells NHPR's Mark Bevis what seniors can expect.

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Can the Information Highway Lead Back to the Good Old Days?

By Jon Udell on Tuesday, November 14, 2006.

Over the years, numerous studies have verified what many parents already know – that unstructured play is good for kids. Last month, the American Academy of Pediatrics reported that letting children choose their own activities builds thinking skills, fosters creativity and helps kids learn how to get along with others.

Commentator Jon Udell says the internet can help some parents give that kind of experience to their children.

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