The connection between diabetes and hearing loss  is not entirely clear, but we do know that diabetes is a condition where the body doesn't properly process food to use as energy. Most food is turned into glucose, or sugar, for our bodies to use for energy. The pancreas makes a hormone called insulin that helps glucose get into our cells. When you have diabetes, your body doesn't make enough insulin, [...]

I.U.P.A. Regional Vice President and Virginia Beach P.B.A., I.U.P.A. Local #34 Executive Director Brian “Lucky” Luciano was presented with a copy of Virginia Joint Resolution Number 129 by Senator DeSteph at Virginia Beach P.B.A., I.U.P.A. Local #34 President Awards Banquet. Virginia Joint Resolution Number 129 reads as follows: “WHEREAS, after a distinguished 27-year career, Brian Luciano retired as a master police officer with the Virginia Beach Police Department in February [...]

A guaranteed cash value is a feature of a whole life insurance policy. It grows over the lifetime of the policy provided the premiums are paid on time. A guaranteed cash value grows at a set rate until it is equal to the face value of the policy at a specified age, typically age 100 or 121.1 The death benefit amount of a whole life insurance policy is also called [...]

It astounds me how deeply confused political messaging around law enforcement can be. I am not a cop and never have been, but I do teach criminal law at the University of Iowa. As an informed outsider with a complementary background, I feel I have a unique perspective on how mental health is viewed both in and out of the law enforcement community.

I.U.P.A. Regional Vice President Ron Pierone was awarded with a certificate signed by I.U.P.A. President Sam A. Cabral and I.U.P.A. Secretary-Treasurer Michael V. Crivello as well as a plaque from the International that stated, “Under your leadership, N.Y. State Police Investigators Association significantly enhanced the benefits available to officers. You have influenced legislation and litigation that aimed to benefit law enforcement officers. Your service, both as an officer and as [...]

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and the perfect time to focus on keeping your family’s smiles healthy. With the right habits and a little help from our partners at Careington, you can ensure your little ones — and the whole family — have strong, healthy teeth. Start them early to build healthy habits Good oral hygiene begins before your child even has a full set of teeth. Make [...]