WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4, 2026

KEY NEWS FOR YOU TO USE

Study finds 

vegetarians over 80

 less likely to reach 100

In very old age, staying strong and maintaining muscle matters more than long-term disease prevention.

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There aren't enough

 geriatricians

—how older adults

 can still get the right care

By Jerry Gurwitz

You can use a few simple strategies that geriatricians rely on to have more productive conversations with your or your family member's doctor.

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Why Retirees 

Shouldn’t Fear RMDs

By Jess Bebel

How to stop thinking about RMDs like it’s 2017, and why you should take advantage of the ‘golden years’ for Roth conversions.

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Understanding

 the Impact of H.R.1 

on Older Immigrants’

 Access to Health Care

Many immigrants with legal status have historically been eligible for Medicare, Medicaid, and tax credits for Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance plans. This changed in July 2025

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Sitting & Your Brain:

 Time To Take A Seat?

No, it’s not about holding a “Roman chair” pose, nor is it about doing ab exercises on a Swiss ball. Rather, it’s about one’s mental state.

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Quote______________________

”I hate war as only a soldier 

who has lived it can,

 only as one who 

has seen its brutality,

 its futility, its stupidity.”

Dwight D. Eisenhower

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This is another in our series of what to look for if you, or a loved one, are considering a move to an Assisted living Facility.

Selecting an A.L.F. for a loved one is a major life step. As with everything, you usually get what you pay for. Some spots cost eight thousand dollars a month or more and feel like a resort. They serve fine food and offer many daily events. These perks are nice, but they are not the main goal. Fancy rooms do not matter if the home is not safe. Safety for residents and staff must be the first thing you check.

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

US prostate cancer rates

 rose annually over the 

past decade, new report finds

By Dr. Raihan El-Naas

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Cardiologists

 Are Begging 

You To Eat More of This 

High-Fiber Food 

if You're Over 60

By Korin Miller

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GM Patents a Technology 

That Would Tell Older Drivers

 When to Give up the Car Keys

By Sean Tucker

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Why Are More 

Older People Dying 

After Falls?

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Study: 

More than half

of older adults 

lose independence 

after emergency surgery

By Donna Shryer

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Stats about Iran:

- Iran has an estimated population of around 85 million people, making it the 18th most populous country in the world.

- Iran covers approximately 1.65 million square kilometers, making it the 17th largest country globally.

-  Iran's GDP is roughly $220 billion USD (nominal), with significant oil and gas reserves contributing to its economy.

- The official language is Persian (Farsi), spoken by about 80% of the population.

- The majority of Iranians are Shia Muslims, comprising approximately 90-95% of the population.

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FRIDAY, MARCH 6 , 2026

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What Older Voters

 Need to Know About

 the SAVE America Act

By Miriam Cross

Proposed legislation would require Americans to show proof of citizenship when registering to vote—documents many don’t have

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Older Americans

 are lonely. 

It's a 

public health crisis.

By Ken Stern

"I don’t know how to make new friends at my age." "I feel isolated in my home." "I’m worried that I will lose all my work friends when I retire."

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The Retired Boomers

 Using Their ‘Third Act’

 to Tackle Housing Shortage

By Jesus Mesa

Every Thursday, a crew known as the Third Act shows up to build homes with Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity. Most of the men are retired — former corporate executives, engineers, sales managers

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4 Little Luxuries

 Retirees Can Still Afford

 Without Guilt

By Lydia Kibet

Enjoying retirement doesn’t always mean a luxurious lifestyle. In many cases, it’s the small, everyday comforts that have the biggest impact on quality of life.

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Best Credit Cards 

for Your Retirement Goals

ByJodi Ireland

 

Look for a card where the rewards align with your life. Once you’ve decided what rewards you want, consider the interest rate, annual fee, and types of purchases that earn extra points.

I’m not immune to what’s going on in our nation and the world. However, while things might be going to hell out there, I’m oddly at peace with myself and my life.

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Americans left the US in record numbers last year. At least 180,000 moved abroad in 2025. This marked the first time since 1935 that departures topped arrivals. Now, 4 to 9 million Americans live overseas. Their numbers keep rising. Portugal saw its US crowd jump from under 5,000 in 2020 to 26,000 by 2025. Moves to Ireland doubled to 9,600. US bids for UK passports hit a peak of nearly 9,000, up 42%. Folks chase cheap living on US paychecks. They like long Euro lunches and strong safety nets. Some flee US politics too. Twice as many adults now dream of permanent moves abroad—20% in all. Four in ten young women aged 15 to 44 want out.

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