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Study found seven more deaths per 10,000 patients in private equity hospitals’ versus non-private equity hospitals

Retirees beware. Hidden fees in banking, insurance, investments and more could be quietly eroding your nest egg. Learn how to spot and avoid them now.

Amidst the current government shutdown that began Oct. 1, plenty of questions arise — especially for retirees and others who rely on Social Security payments to make ends meet. 

With costs due to rise sharply next year, look for coverage that protects your wallet as well as your health.

Every fall, millions of seniors have the chance to review and update their Medicare coverage—but many don’t take full advantage of it. The Centers for...

How to calculate your spending needs and plan strategic withdrawals that balance saving and spending in your golden years.

You’ve worked hard, saved diligently, and built up your retirement accounts—but how you take that money out matters just as much as how you saved it. Without a smart strategy, taxes can quietly erode your nest egg over time. By designing tax-efficient withdrawal plans, retirees can stretch their savings, reduce…

Many older adults feel healthy and assume annual physicals are optional—but skipping routine checkups after 65 can quietly set the stage for serious health problems....

Many older adults prioritize vision or hearing care but overlook oral health until discomfort forces a dentist visit. Yet, dental problems can cause far more...

A lack of retirement savings, combined with lifestyle inflation, would've likely caused at least some of the women to rely on Social Security and Medicare.

When scammers target older Americans, they often exploit the trust people place in well-known organizations like AARP. Each year, thousands of seniors report being contacted...