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National Town Hall on Scams and Older Adults.

Older adults, families, and professionals who work with older adults are invited to an action-oriented National Town Hall on Scams & Older Adults on October 30, 1:00–2:00 p.m. Eastern. Presented jointly by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), AARP, and Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), this online event will feature: Why scams are successful – […]

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Older Women are Being Significantly Shortchanged by Medical Research

Men are the focus of more health studies, leaving unanswered questions about women and cancer, Alzheimer’s and other serious conditions. By Judith Graham Medical research has shortchanged women for decades. This is particularly true of older women, leaving physicians without critically important information about how to best manage their health. Late last year, the Biden

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Resources and Support for Older Adults Living Alone: A Comprehensive Guide (2024)

We put together a comprehensive guide of resources for older adults living alone, empowering them to thrive independently and access essential services Written by: Lauren Sherman, MS Medical Reviewer Christopher Norman, MSN, APRN, APHN-BC, GNP-BC Reviewed By: Kathleen Cameron, BSPharm, MPH Key Takeaways As we age, living alone can present various challenges, including social isolation, limited access to essential

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AARP’s Family Caregiver Resource Guides

Find caregiving assistance and services in your stateAARP created state caregiver resource guides to help family caregivers access key programs, services and agencies in their community. Click or tap on a state to find tools and support for everything from health, legal and financial assistance to respite care. Source: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/local/info-2021/state-caregiver-resources.html

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Seniors, FDA Has 5 Medication Tips to Keep You Safe

MONDAY, Feb. 19, 2024 (HealthDay News) — When settling into your senior years, you need to be especially careful when taking medicines, herbal remedies and supplements, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration says. That’s because older adults are likely to use more prescription and over-the-counter medications, which increases the risk of harmful side effects and

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Black, Hispanic Middle Class Finding It Tougher to Afford Senior Housing, Health Care

By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Feb. 19, 2024 (HealthDay News) — Millions of Black and Hispanic middle-class adults won’t be able to afford senior housing and health care expenses as they grow old, a new study warns. The number of middle-income older adults of color is expected to double within the next decade, rising from 12%

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