Knowing if a surgery is high-risk can help you make an informed decision about the procedure. That’s why a team of researchers generated a list of 277 risky procedures for older adults, which they hope […]
Within 10 years, all of the nation’s 74 million baby boomers will be 65 or older. The most senior among them will be on the cusp of 85. Even sooner, by 2025, the number of […]
Going without health coverage or losing access to affordable health insurance can be scary. It may feel as though expensive medical bills and debt are just one accident or illness away. If you find yourself in this […]
I turn 70 next year. I’ve already noticed a significant hearing loss. With a couple of treatable chronic illnesses that won’t go away but are not debilitating, I now carry pills. It’s harder to put […]
It’s pretty remarkable, when you think about it, that so many of us baby boomers have made it this far. Especially when you consider those extremely unsafe practices that our parents subjected us to that […]
As a species, humans are living longer. In fact, the average lifespan has more than doubled over the last two centuries. But as it becomes no biggie to celebrate a 90th or 100th birthday (except for fitting the candles […]
Open enrollment for a 2020 health insurance plan on Healthcare.gov ends Sunday. Through Nov. 30, 2.88 million people had selected plans on the online platform, down from 3.2 million who signed up over a similar […]
A few years ago, my father passed away just before Thanksgiving. That holiday season passed in a blur. A strange swirl of questions went through my mind: Should my family still celebrate Christmas while in throes […]
Income inequality in America is at its highest point in the last 50 years, according to recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Nearly a third of U.S. households have more credit card debt than they […]
Between the gifts, gatherings, and endless little tasks, you’re already exhausted — and the holidays aren’t even here yet. Nearly two-thirds of respondents to an American Psychological Association survey said they sometimes, or often, felt fatigued during […]
Is there a more relaxing sound than your cat, curled up and cozy, purring away on your lap? Maybe. But if you agree there’s not, the science is on your side. Research has proven that […]
Ordering prescriptions from an online pharmacy can be a convenient and cost-effective way to lower your health care expenses. But there are drawbacks to obtaining medications online, from the lack of personal interaction with a pharmacist […]
Coffee drinkers, step aside and allow tea enthusiasts to bask in the limelight for a moment. According to science, tea has a number of cognitive benefits, including increased brain efficiency, organization, and cognizance. Tea time […]
Women typically score higher on verbal memory tests than men, and a new study shows that their verbal edge could cause them to be misdiagnosed for cognitive impairment. The study, published in Neurology, looked at memory tests conducted […]
In order to estimate which states are the least equipped to address opioid abuse, ValuePenguin analyzed the ratio of opioid overdose deaths to substance abuse treatment centers in each state. States that are the least […]
A growing number of people are pushing for the end of Daylight Saving Time, and if you’re still feeling the negative physical effects of Sunday’s time change, you may be on board with that notion. […]
It’s scary to receive a medical bill that’s costlier than expected. Medical debt can sometimes lead to bankruptcy and hurt things like your credit score and ability to buy a home. Some let the payment notices pile […]
Have you ever woken up and thought, Crap, I have to talk to that so-and-so client today? Or, Ugh, I just don’t feel like going to that networking event. Some days, you wake up and […]
Many Americans are foregoing medical care because they’re unsure of what’s covered by their health insurance, a new Policygenius survey finds. More than one in four people (27.2%) said uncertainty over their coverage had led […]
Being bored has done wonders for my financial life. Ditto for my physical and mental health. I used to be one of those moms who thought she could do it all; no to-do list was […]
You’ve tried the warm bath, the milky drink and the lavender pillow spray. But guess what? You’re still having trouble sleeping. If this sounds like you, it might be time to consider another option for your […]
Your neighbor is in rehab after knee surgery. Your friend is diagnosed with breast cancer. Or your uncle, who cares for your aunt, is recovering from a heart attack. Of course you want to help, […]
If you have an upcoming surgery scheduled, you may be worried about the procedure itself and praying that everything goes smoothly. You may also be concerned about getting a surprise medical bill. To give yourself […]
The on-demand economy is booming. More than 22 million Americans spend nearly $58 billion per year on services allowing them to get their groceries, dog walkers and wardrobe brought right to their door. Some health […]
A federal appeals court could nullify the Affordable Care Act in a few weeks, but open enrollment on the state and federal health insurance marketplaces is expected to go on as usual starting Nov. 1. So, if […]
It’s that time of year again, when we see the colors changing all around us. Not the reds, oranges, and yellows of the fall foliage — we’re talking about the explosion of pink ribbons, T-shirts, […]
There are three major documents provided to Medicare enrollees each September. If people gave them a close read every year, I might just be out of a job. But many don’t, so you’re stuck with […]
When it comes to diet and nutrition, we all want to find “the answer” that will fix our alleged problems. As a result, we often latch onto crazy diet ideas that, in the moment, sound […]
Most health insurance plans offer free, preventive wellness visits, screenings, counseling and other services through in-network providers. The Affordable Care Act mandates that private individual and group health insurance plans provide certain preventive coverage. Most […]
Endless paperwork, the bedside buzzer, and gowns that don’t close properly have long been used as fodder by stand-up comedians and TV sitcoms. But many, many things have changed. Let’s look past the obvious targets […]