America’s Seniors in the Grip 

of the Opioid Epidemic’s 

Deadliest Phase

By Logan H. Merrill

Fentanyl-stimulant overdose deaths among seniors have soared 9,000 percent in eight years as fentanyl increasingly appears in cocaine and meth.

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Countdown to 2035: 

Can we fix 

Social Security in time?

Here's what's at stake — and why it might be a good idea to review your retirement savings plans now

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Experts On Aging 

Reveal The 5 Major Habits 

That Will Improve

 Your Longevity

By Jillian Wilson

Experts stress that SuperAgers are not the same as people with good longevity, with the main difference between them being one’s brain. Studies show that SuperAgers’ brains resemble those of much younger people.

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New NIC-NORC Study 

Shows Wellness, Health 

Benefits of Senior Living

By Austin Montgomery

Senior living residents have lower emergency department visits, hospitalizations and skilled nursing admissions compared to those who have yet to move into a community

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When the QR Code 

Becomes a Mirror: 

What a Fundraiser 

Taught Me About Ageism

By Anthony Cirillo 

“Ageism is the last acceptable prejudice.” It shows up in job interviews, in healthcare, in media, and yes – even in something as harmless as a QR code moment at a fundraiser.

"Don't forget it's daylight savings time. 
You spring forward, then you fall back. 
It's like Robert Downey Jr. getting out of bed."

Now that I've hit 80, I find myself pondering what truly matters as I face these final years. Plenty of thoughts pop up, but a couple rise above the rest as real essentials.

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Circadian rhythm is the natural, internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and repeats roughly every 24 hours. It influences various physiological processes such as sleep, body temperature, hormone release, and metabolism. This internal clock is affected by environmental cues like light and darkness, helping the body synchronize with the day-night cycle. Maintaining a healthy circadian rhythm is important for overall health, alertness, and well-being.

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Reducing prescriptions 

of sleep drugs 

in older adults could provide 

health and economic benefits

Millions of older Americans suffering from insomnia regularly use prescription sleep medications, despite the risk of serious side effects-such as falls, broken bones, cognitive impairment and dependence-and warnings from leading medical societies against their use.

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6 Seemingly 

‘Harmless’ Habits 

That Are Prematurely 

Aging Your Brain

By Sarah Bourassa

We talked to experts about seemingly harmless habits we may be doing every day that could be aging our brains — and what we can do instead. 

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Thanatophobia: 

Do You Have It? 

What Can You Do About It?

By Marie Sherlock

It's death anxiety, and for many people, the accompanying fear is very real

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Are you getting enough protein? 

Probably not. 

Here's how much 

you need to eat as you age

By Bryant Stamford

Consider that we start losing muscle mass prior to age 40, with the loss accelerating when we move beyond middle age. In our 60s, the loss is faster, and in the 70s, Lack of adequate protein is one part of the problem. 

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Demand for Trump’s 

Social Security Chief Bisignano 

to Resign After $30 Billion 

Implosion of Former Company

By Julia Conley

Bisignano made “decisions to defer certain investments and cut certain costs [which] improved margins in the short term but are now limiting our ability to serve clients in a world-class way,

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35 High-Protein Meals 

That Are Filling 

and Easy To Make

By Trish Clasen Marsanico

These high-protein meals are here to help you hit your protein goals. Getting enough protein is important since this macronutrient provides our bodies with essential amino acids and is crucial for helping cells grow and repair. 

By Aileen Ingram

Driving gives you freedom. You go anywhere, anytime. But growing older changes things. That freedom might get risky. What if your driving skills slip away? You may not even notice. Staying safe is the main goal. This guide shows the clear signs that it is time to stop driving. We look at changes in health and habits. We keep the advice honest and gentle.

Aging brings changes to the body and mind. These shifts make roads less safe for everyone. Spotting them early helps avoid harm.

Changes in Vision and Hearing Capabilities

Your eyes and ears are key to safe driving. Night vision often gets worse with age. You might miss important road signs in the dark. Losing side vision also happens. This makes it easy to miss cars in blind spots.

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-  Pumpkins are technically a type of squash and belong to the gourd family, Cucurbitaceae.

-  The largest pumpkin ever recorded weighed over 2,600 pounds (1,180 kg), grown by Stefano Cutrupi in Italy in 2021.

-  Pumpkins are native to North America and were cultivated by indigenous peoples long before European settlers arrived.

-  Pumpkins are a rich source of vitamins A and C, as well as antioxidants and fiber.

- The word "pumpkin" comes from the Greek word "pepon," meaning "large melon."

- Pumpkin flesh can be used in a variety of recipes, including soups, pies, and bread.

- There are many varieties of pumpkins, including those grown specifically for carving and others for eating.

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