Miscellaneous

U.S. Health Care vs. The World [Infographic]

To help clarify the differences between world health care systems, the online Masters in Public Health program at GW created an infographic to show how health care in the U.S. stacks up when compared to 16 other countries around the world. The data in the graphic is provided by the World Health Organization (WHO)’s WorldRead… Read more »

Time for an Intellectual Labor Day

In the United States we’re getting ready for a three-day Labor Day weekend. While for many that may mean the unofficial end of summer, beginning of the school year, or various retail sales promotions – our Labor day tradition started over a century ago. In general, it’s a celebration of the contributions to our countryRead… Read more »

Help for Furloughed Feds and How You Can Get Involved

An Interview with Robyn Kehoe, Director of Field Operations Federal Employee Education & Assistance Fund (FEEA) As a result of widespread furloughs in the federal government, you or someone you know may be facing a financial rough patch right now. That’s why the Federal Employee Education and Assistance Fund (FEEA) was created – to helpRead… Read more »

What We Lost in the Fire, We Gain in the Flood

Originally posted on CPSRenewal.ca. Several observers of Canadian civil society have painted a portrait of increasing centralization of power, over at least the last half-decade. And perhaps it is a failure of imagination or thoroughness on my part, but I haven’t found anyone aiming to dispel that notion. I’m writing on the premise that itRead… Read more »

Tip from a yogi: posture and mindfulness

When working at a computer, many people tend to let the shoulders roll forward and the belly sink in. Maintaining this posture for eight or more hours a day can create a lot of bad muscle memory and achey muscles and joints. One of my favorite techniques is simply to check in and see whatRead… Read more »

FERS Annuity Supplement Eligibility and Earnings Limitations + Annuity Projection Update

Many FERS annuitants that retire before age 62 are eligible for an annuity supplement that will end when they reach age 62. You may be eligible for a Special Retirement Supplement if you retire: After the Minimum Retirement Age (MRA) with 30 years of service; At age 60 with 20 years of service; or UponRead… Read more »