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Kamala Harris Pushes for Medicare to Fund Home Health Care for Families
Kamala Harris recently took to Twitter to share a personal message about the challenges of caring for aging parents while managing a full-time job.
In her tweet, she expressed her understanding of the emotional and financial strain that caregivers often experience, stating, “I know what it is like to care for an aging parent while working full-time.”
Harris’s message resonated with many, particularly those balancing the demands of their careers with the responsibilities of caregiving.
She emphasized that her opportunity agenda aims to make life easier for individuals caring for their parents and grandparents.
A key component of this agenda is her proposal for Medicare to cover the costs of home health care services.
This initiative seeks to alleviate the financial burdens that come with providing in-home care for elderly loved ones.
Harris pointed out that many families struggle to afford necessary health services, which often forces them to choose between work and caregiving responsibilities.
By advocating for expanded Medicare coverage, she hopes to provide essential support for caregivers, enabling them to prioritize their loved ones’ health without the added stress of high costs.
The importance of supporting caregivers has become increasingly evident as the elderly population continues to grow.
Harris’s proposal aims to create a more compassionate system that acknowledges the vital role caregivers play in maintaining the well-being of their family members.
By addressing the barriers they face, Harris seeks to foster a supportive environment where families can access the necessary resources for their loved ones.
Her tweet has sparked a broader conversation about the need for comprehensive healthcare reform, particularly in relation to elder care.
As more individuals share their experiences and advocate for change, Harris’s focus on making home health care accessible reflects a growing recognition of the importance of supporting those who dedicate their time and energy to caring for aging family members.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid tribute to late Nigerian actor Olu Jacobs, recalling his contributions to the creative industry and his impact on Nigeria’s cultural identity.
In his tribute, Tinubu described Jacobs as a giant of the Nigerian creative industry and said “He was a giant of the Nigerian creative industry. His passing is a great loss to Nigeria, the African film industry and the global community of lovers of the performing arts. His remarkable body of work will continue to speak to generations yet unborn.
“The nation recognises the enormous contributions of Nigeria’s creative practitioners to the country’s cultural identity, global image and economic development. Olu Jacobs played a big role in creating this identity.”
Human rights lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to declare a state of emergency over the proliferation of counterfeit and substandard drugs and consumer products in Nigeria.
Adeyanju also called for the removal of the Director-General of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), Professor Mojisola Adeyeye, as well as the heads of other regulatory agencies, including the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON).
“Nigerians are being exposed to dangerous products daily, from fake and substandard medicines to unsafe consumer goods, with reports of drugs being sold wholesale in the open under the hot sun. No responsible government should expose its citizens to such risks and expect mortality rates not to rise.”
Adeyanju also called out NAFDAC over what he described as failures in regulating the circulation of counterfeit and substandard products in the country.
It can be noted that various counterfeit products continue to circulate in Nigerian markets, while NAFDAC has also reported seizures and destruction of counterfeit, expired and substandard products.
Lagosians have lamented heavy traffic caused by ongoing construction work at Kara Bridge along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.
The Federal Government announced that repairs on the damaged expansion joints at Kara Bridge would begin on September 8, 2026. The project, initially scheduled to begin in August, was delayed to allow further traffic management planning due to concerns over its impact on motorists.
Since work began, traffic around the Kara area has become heavy, with Lagosians sharing updates on social media about spending two hours or more on the road.
Some commuters say the delays have made their 9-to-5 routines difficult, with several hours spent travelling to and from work.
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