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1 day ago

This Trillion-Dollar Industry Is Where You Need to Look For Your Next Investment - Here's Why | Entrepreneur

Here's the uncomfortable truth: Most founders are still chasing yesterday's markets. They're building tools for productivity, or consumer apps that feel safe and familiar. Meanwhile, a new generation of companies is tackling the most universal customer need on earth - more years of energy, clarity and performance. This isn't wellness 2.0. This is the redefinition of healthcare, insurance, consumer products and even food. By 2030, the longevity economy will be worth an estimated $27 trillion globally. For business leaders, this represents a once-in-a-generation category: It touches everyone, enables recurring revenues and rewards those who build early.
Wellness
#demographics
US politics
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

4 Million Retirees in Texas Qualify For The 'Senior Deduction' Under Big, Beautiful Bill

Texas retirees will benefit significantly from new federal tax changes that eliminate taxes on Social Security for most recipients.
fromDocumented
1 week ago

Immigrant Home Care Workers in New York Face Uncertain Future Under Trump - Documented

Gina Policard, a home health aide from Haiti, began working in Brooklyn after obtaining Temporary Protected Status. She emphasizes her love for caregiving.
New York City
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

I've worked with AI in pathology for years. AI is the key to keeping up with a bigger workload - and it's a non-negotiable for doctors.

AI improves diagnostic confidence and efficiency in pathology, allowing for greater handling of complex cases with fewer resources.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

Bridging the gap: How intergenerational living is combating senior isolation and the housing crisis

Intergenerational living presents a scalable and emotionally sustainable alternative. This model represents a necessary evolution in housing: one that is inclusive, emotionally aware, and economically sound.
Relationships
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

China's fertility crisis is so dire, rates are falling below 'replacement levels' - GDP could slow by more than half in the next 30 years, study says

According to a new report from Oxford Economics, the potential output growth for China could fall from around 4% in the 2020s to less than 2% by the 2050s.
Miscellaneous
#retirement-planning
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

Wire: Berkeley Hills neighborhood is fastest aging in Bay Area; Homeless Response Team audited

Thousand Oaks neighborhood in Berkeley is experiencing significant aging demographics, with a rising median age and many residents reaching retirement.
Relationships
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

The Impact of Fewer Babies Being Born in Countries Around the Globe

Families worldwide are opting for fewer children or none, affecting aging populations and future societal structures.
Gadgets
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Autofocus' specs promise sharp vision, near or far

IXI's liquid crystal glasses can dynamically correct vision for near and far sighted users.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

A Sense of Purpose Promotes Cognitive Health

Participants who started out with higher levels of well-being also tended to have higher levels of cognitive function. When participants experienced declines in well-being, they showed similarly-sized declines in cognition.
Mental health
fromBKReader
1 month ago

As Brooklyn Ages, We Need to Promote And Expand Services to Seniors

Aging in place presents unique challenges for the growing senior population in New York City.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Aging workforces are threatening income growth

The imbalance is likely to strain economies because fewer workers will be supporting more retirees, dragging down economic output and income growth.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ministers are fretting about Britain's falling birthrate. Here's why it could be a good thing | Larry Elliott

80-year-old rock stars highlight the aging population in developed economies and decreasing birth rates.
Social justice
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

We Rely on My Great-Grandma's Social Security - Can My Grandma Inherit Her Mother's Benefits?

Social Security checks are crucial for millions of aging Americans, but benefits end upon a recipient's death.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

A trucker still works part-time in his late 70s because he can't afford to retire

Older Americans are increasingly facing financial challenges, often living paycheck to paycheck without sufficient retirement savings.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Senior renter population grew by nearly 30% in the past decade

Senior renters are increasing significantly, particularly among those aged 65 and over, indicating a demographic migration trend.
#healthcare
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Canada news

Parts of the country at risk of becoming GP blackspots as family doctors retire, report warns

Concerns about the future availability of family doctors due to retiring GPs and inadequate succession planning.
Retirement
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Lopez: If caregivers for our elders get deported, who takes their place?

The shortage of caregivers is worsening as demographic shifts increase, yet federal immigration policies threaten to reduce the available workforce.
Retirement
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Lopez: If caregivers for our elders get deported, who takes their place?

The shortage of caregivers is worsening as demographic shifts increase, yet federal immigration policies threaten to reduce the available workforce.
#long-term-care
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Older adults outnumber children in 11 states as US population ages

Between 2020 and 2024, people in their 30s and 40s saw population growth of 4.5% and 4.1%, respectively, surpassing the national growth of 2.6%.
US news
NYC real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Aging in Place in the Vertical City: Elevators Are Now a Must-Have for Some Homeowners

Elevators are increasingly seen as essential features in homes, not just luxury add-ons, due to aging demographics and urban living needs.
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Immigrants drive population growth in a graying America, census shows

Immigration significantly bolsters U.S. population growth, offsetting demographic shifts as the baby boom generation ages.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Aging entrepreneurs face new policy hurdles. Here's how to help

The current economic climate exacerbates challenges for aging small-business owners, making it harder for them to retire with dignity as they approach retirement age.
Startup companies
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Will the Impending Wave of Seniors Inundate City Streets? - Streetsblog USA

As Baby Boomers age out of driving, American cities must adapt their policies to accommodate the new transportation needs of older adults.
Alternative transportation
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Tips for aging in place from ... Best Buy?

Technology is crucial for supporting the aging population's needs in their homes.
Best Buy focuses on solutions for aging in place with consumer health products.
The number of Americans over 65 will significantly increase in the coming two decades.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Health Care Deserts: Where A Lack Of Doctors Could Be Hurting Health Outcomes

The United States faces a physician shortage exacerbated by an aging population and increasing illness rates.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Vietnam scraps 2-child policy as aging threatens economic growth

Vietnam's decision to abolish its long-standing two-child limit aims to address declining birth rates and the pressures of an aging population, crucial for economic growth.
Parenting
#dementia
Mental health
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Want to lower your dementia risk? Start by stressing less

Chronic psychological stress influences cognitive aging and dementia risk, with higher prevalence among women and marginalized groups.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Commentary: If people taking care of our elders get deported, will anyone take their place?

"At a time where it seems fewer and fewer of us want to work in long-term care, the need has never been greater," Harvard healthcare policy analyst David C. Grabowski told The Times' Emily Alpert Reyes in January.
Retirement
Remodel
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Remodeling for aging in place fell in Q1 but receptivity remains high

The demand for aging-in-place home modifications is rising due to economic volatility and an aging population.
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

Op-Ed | A call to protect Medicare, Medicaid, and advance equitable care for older adults | amNewYork

Proposed cuts to Medicare and Medicaid threaten access to essential health services for millions, particularly older adults.
Retirement
fromwww.ocregister.com
3 months ago

Aging Boom's next stage: Rise of the 100-somethings

Aging populations and increasing centenarians may indicate a demographic shift in society.
Centenarians are expected to quadruple in number by mid-century globally.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

How an entrepreneur found her niche: Boomers who need to get rid of their stuff

I would have torn my hair out, and Paul would have torn his out also, if we hadn't had her.
Retirement
#elderly-care
Design
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

How Architecture Brings Social Interaction in Care: 9 Elderly Care Facilities in Japan

Japan's aging population necessitates innovative design in elder care facilities to enhance dignity and comfort.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

Why the silver tsunami' is a big challenge for small communities

Montana's aging population poses significant challenges for communities, highlighted by workforce shortages and insufficient care facilities.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

California pauses prison medical parole program, opting for early release or incarceration

California has halted its medical parole program, risking vulnerable prisoners' wellbeing by returning them to prison or releasing them prematurely.
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