FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2025



KEY NEWS YOU CAN USE


Social Security Checks 
Could Rise by $200 a Month 
Under New Senate Proposal


By Elizabeth Guevara 


Lawmakers say this tax-free boost would help beneficiaries afford rising costs for essential expenses, such as medication and groceries.

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A Global Study 
To Find a Cure for
 Parkinson's Disease



By Robert DiGiacomo

The Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative (PPMI) is collecting data from thousands of volunteers to learn more about the disease's origins to lead to new treatments

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What Consumers Need to Know 
About HIPAA 
(and How to Protect Themselves)



By Anthony Cirillo 


A recent case illustrates why staying alert matters: a chain of five nursing homes in Delaware agreed to pay $182,000 in penalties after publicizing patient “success stories” on its website and social media 

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A longevity expert says 
declining testosterone
 can have a big impact 
on how well men age—
and recommends
 two lifestyle changes 
to counteract it


By Alice Porter

He says that everyone in their 40s and 50s should get their hormones tested

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This is the best amount of 
indoor plants to have
for well-being — 
and how much is too much
By McKenzie Beard


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Quote_______________________

"Most turkeys taste better the day after, 
my mother's tasted better the day before."

Rita Rudner
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By Aileen Ingram

The Thanksgiving meal comes around every year. It feels like an old friend who stays too long. You have hosted the big dinner for years. Now your body is telling you to stop. Energy runs low. Your joints ache constantly. Even the thought of chopping onions or basting a turkey feels huge. It is fine to step away from this work. You are not letting anyone down by resting. This choice saves your strength for what truly matters. Focus on spending time with the people you love.
Aging brings real changes nobody can ignore. That kitchen marathon used to excite you. But what happens when your energy tank is empty? .You deserve a holiday that fits your life right now. It does not have to match the one from two decades ago. Let us figure out how to share this news easily.

Talking About It Gracefully

Choose the right time to share the news. Wait too long and the planning chaos starts. Give your whole family plenty of time to change plans. Everyone can pitch in without last minute pressure.

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In Case You Missed It



I'm Worried About 
Long-Term Care Policies, 
Aren't You?
By Melissa Reitkopp

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What doctors wish 
older adults knew 
to manage their health
By Sara Berg, MS

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Why do we forget things 
we were just thinking about?
By Marilyn Perkins 

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Boomers own 
38% of America’s homes—
but more than half 
never plan to sell
By Keith Griffith

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12 Pain Symptoms 
You Should Never Ignore

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Interesting facts about turkeys

- Turkeys are originally from North America and were domesticated by indigenous peoples long before European contact.

- Male turkeys, called toms or gobblers, can weigh up to 24 pounds and measure up to 4 feet in length, while females are smaller.

-  Male turkeys gobble to attract females and establish dominance. Their gobble can be heard up to a mile away.

-  Male turkeys have iridescent feathers that can display a range of colors, including bronze, green, and gold.

-  Turkeys have a fleshy wattle hanging from their beak, a snood on their forehead, and caruncles on their neck and head, which can change color based on their mood.

-  Turkeys are capable of swimming, though they prefer to stay on land.

- They eat a variety of foods, including seeds, insects, berries, and small reptiles.

-  While they are capable of flight, wild turkeys usually only fly short distances and prefer running on the ground.

- In the wild, turkeys typically live around 3 to 5 years, but they can live up to 10 years in captivity.








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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2025



KEY NEWS YOU CAN USE



Your new 
2.8% Social Security raise 
won’t cover your bills, 
and the government knows it 


By Jordan Blake 


– here are 3 ways to bridge the gap, including a second government check you may be owed

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Why vaccines 
are less effective in the elderly, 
and what it means for COVID-19


By Byram W. Bridle

A critical factor that makes the elderly more susceptible to infectious diseases is what immunologists call “immunosenescence”: the decline in the immune system’s functionality as people age. 

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How to relieve knee pain 
from osteoarthritis
 with aerobic exercise



By Gina Park

 If you’re experiencing joint pain in the knees, the solution might be to walk it off.

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The science behind
 the 'old person smell':
 what really changes 
in our bodies with age



By Tzur Gueta

Once dismissed as a social taboo, the distinct scent associated with aging has a biological basis; dermatologists and dietitians explain how cellular oxidation, shifting hormones and even diet shape the body’s chemistry, and what can help keep it fresh

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5 Ways To Monetize 
Your Favorite Hobby 
and Make Money 
in Retirement
By Laura Bogart


The problem? You don’t know how to go from hobbyist to entrepreneur.

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Quote_______________________

“Babies are such a nice way to start people.”
― Don Herold
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Two weeks back, they crammed me into that MRI machine. It felt like I was the gooey cream stuffed inside a Twinkie. They twisted my body into a shape it was never built for. I'm still hurting from that ordeal. My shoulders ache. My arms throb. My lower back screams in pain. The soreness brings endless discomfort. I can take a lot of pain. But this round-the-clock misery is tough to shake.

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80% OF OLDER ADULTS 
FACE FINANCIAL INSECURITY

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Health or wealth? 
What retirees prioritize 
may surprise you
By Liam Gibson

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How Resilient 
Are Older Adults?

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Research reveals 
how aging brains adapt 
to remember music

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10 Ways 
to Save Your Smartphone’s 
Battery Life
By Marc Saltzman

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