Andi Breitowich writes for Oprah Daily on the two biggest forms of activity Americans are engaging in: walking and weight-lifting. Which one will help you live longer? Or, are they equally...
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New pill improves cholesterol levels
Last week, the Food and Drug Administration approved a pill that lowers cholesterol levels to a greater degree than statins, the drug people typically take to manage their cholesterol levels. The new...
Dozens of policy experts and organizations alert Congress as to...
Earlier this year, a group of 38 policy experts and organizations sent a letter to each member of Congress explaining why capping people’s out-of-pocket costs in traditional Medicare is an...
2026: Hospitals continue to opt out of Medicare Advantage...
In December 2025, I wrote about how more and more hospital systems are opting out of Medicare Advantage networks. That trend continues in 2026, reports Jakob Emerson for Beckers. An increasing number...
It’s summer: How to care for your aging skin?
Your skin is the largest organ in your body. As you age, while you might not become thin-skinned, your skin will inevitably thin. How should you care for your agin skin this...
2026: Important resources for older adults
Between health care and housing, older adults often struggle to make ends meet. While our government does not do enough to provide benefits for older adults, there are a wide range of free and...
Medicare home health care: Good in theory, less so in practice
Many people are not aware that Medicare covers home health care for people who are homebound and need skilled nursing services on an intermittent basis or skilled rehabilitation services. The benefit...
Rep. Greg Murphy: “Eliminate for-profit health insurance”
In an opinion piece for The Hill, Republican Congressman Greg Murphy, North Carolina, explains why he opposes for-profit health insurance. Make no mistake, Murphy is a capitalist. But, he...
Washington State launches long-term care program
Washington State has launched a long-term care option for its residents, reports Paula Span for the New York Times. It is the first state in the nation to do so. Other states are taking...
For your peace of mind and for the people you love, plan in...
No matter how old you are, planning for your future care needs is one important gift you can give yourself and your loved ones. Advance care planning helps ensure that your care wishes are honored if...