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Suze Orman Reveals Hidden Danger of Renting in Retirement - 'Make Sure You Are Not Blind to One Risk'

Renting is becoming increasingly popular among older Americans, with 1 in 5 renting to avoid maintenance costs.
Rent inflation poses a hidden risk for older renters considering long-term stability.

How are you staying fit after 65? Tell us about a unique fitness routine you love

Engaging in multicomponent physical activities is essential for longevity and health among older adults.

Asking Eric: How to meet people who aren't backstabbing jerks

Loneliness is a significant public health issue affecting many adults, but connections can be formed through shared experiences and interests.

Strength & Balance Training for Older Adults

Older adults can significantly improve balance and reduce fall risks through targeted strength and balance programs.

Binge drinking is on the rise among older adults. Here's why it's more dangerous

Binge drinking is rising among older adults, with 20% of those aged 60-64 reporting the habit, contrasting a decline in younger adults.

The 10 Best Big Cities for Older Adults Aged 50 and Up

Cities must adapt to the evolving needs of adults aged 50 and over for better livability.

Suze Orman Reveals Hidden Danger of Renting in Retirement - 'Make Sure You Are Not Blind to One Risk'

Renting is becoming increasingly popular among older Americans, with 1 in 5 renting to avoid maintenance costs.
Rent inflation poses a hidden risk for older renters considering long-term stability.

How are you staying fit after 65? Tell us about a unique fitness routine you love

Engaging in multicomponent physical activities is essential for longevity and health among older adults.

Asking Eric: How to meet people who aren't backstabbing jerks

Loneliness is a significant public health issue affecting many adults, but connections can be formed through shared experiences and interests.

Strength & Balance Training for Older Adults

Older adults can significantly improve balance and reduce fall risks through targeted strength and balance programs.

Binge drinking is on the rise among older adults. Here's why it's more dangerous

Binge drinking is rising among older adults, with 20% of those aged 60-64 reporting the habit, contrasting a decline in younger adults.

The 10 Best Big Cities for Older Adults Aged 50 and Up

Cities must adapt to the evolving needs of adults aged 50 and over for better livability.
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Can Pet Ownership Ward Off Cognitive Decline?

Owning a pet is associated with slower decline in verbal memory and fluency for older adults who live alone.

What We Know About Multivitamins and Memory

Taking a daily multivitamin may improve memory and cognitive function in older adults.
The study suggests that multivitamins can be a safe and accessible approach to protecting cognitive health in older adults.

Older adults who exercise with their spouse may be less physically active than those who exercise individually

Older adults who exercise with their spouse achieve lower physical activity levels than those who exercise individually.
Receiving personalized feedback on fitness trackers encourages greater physical activity in older adults.

Most Americans Are Quitting SmokingExcept For Those Over 65

Smoking rates have decreased in every age group except adults aged 65 and above in the United States.
Many older adults today were exposed to smoking before public health interventions and warnings about the dangers of smoking were widely implemented.
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U.S. Suicide Rates Reached an All-Time High in 2022

Suicide rates in the U.S. reached an all-time high in 2022, with a 1% increase from 2021.
Provisional data suggests that the final number of suicides in 2022 will likely be higher.
Teen suicide rates fell in 2022, but suicide rates among older adults increased.

Suicides in U.S. hit historic high in 2022, driven by increase among older adults

Suicide rates among older adults reached a historic high in the US last year, while rates decreased among youth.
The US suicide rate was 14.3 deaths per 100,000 residents in 2022, the highest since 1941.
Elderly men had the highest suicide rate among all demographic groups.

U.S. Suicide Rates Reached an All-Time High in 2022

Suicide rates in the U.S. reached an all-time high in 2022, with a 1% increase from 2021.
Provisional data suggests that the final number of suicides in 2022 will likely be higher.
Teen suicide rates fell in 2022, but suicide rates among older adults increased.

Suicides in U.S. hit historic high in 2022, driven by increase among older adults

Suicide rates among older adults reached a historic high in the US last year, while rates decreased among youth.
The US suicide rate was 14.3 deaths per 100,000 residents in 2022, the highest since 1941.
Elderly men had the highest suicide rate among all demographic groups.
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Close friends can help you live longer but they can spread some bad habits too

Friendships in older adults have a significant impact on physical and mental health.
Good friends can increase lifespan and reduce the risk of depression and stroke.
This study is the largest and most comprehensive on the topic so far.
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