FRIDAY MAY 29, 2026
NEWS FOR YOU TO USE
Life Expectancy Data
Reveals Major ChangesAffecting Retirement Plans NowA longer life means more years in retirement, and that shift has real consequences on retirement planning. Some people face shorter retirements due to health issues, while others may need their money to last far longer. Planning for your retirement is less about guessing an exact life expectancy and more about being prepared for however long you live.
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Splitsville:
Gray Divorce Is Rising
And How to Avoid ItYou may have heard the term “Gray Divorce” floating around lately. It simply means couples who split after 50, often after decades together. And according to recent research, it’s happening more and more. Thirty-six percent of all divorces filed in the U.S. now involve adults over 50. But it's not unavoidable.\\\\
A 65-year-old trainer says
these are the six moves
older adults should do every day
to reduce
their risk of falls“Start by taking 10 deep, long breaths to calm the body, and try to touch your toes every day.”////
5 Ways to Exit Your Business:
Which One Is Right for You?If you’re thinking about a life without your business, you can exit in one of five ways. Consider the options carefully because each approach has pros and cons. Think about which approach is best for you and all the stakeholders before proceeding down a path.
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5 hydration tips for seniors
In seniors, it’s particularly important to stay hydrated in order to keep your mind and body functioning as well as possible. Here are a few reasons staying hydrated is crucial for your health: Learn more about why it’s important to stay hydrated as you get older, and how you can incorporate more fluids into your daily routine.
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Seniors Miss Most(And How to Fix It)Most of us have the sunscreen habit down for beach days. But what about the quick walk around the block or the trip to the farmers’ market? Most people miss about 20 percent of their exposed skin when applying sunscreen.
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"If they can make penicillin
out of moldy bread,
they can sure make
something out of you.”
Muhammad Ali
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Do you remember your first car? It probably wasn't the latest model or the most attractive. But it got you where you needed to go without fail. You somehow kept it running by fixing it up yourself. This often meant grabbing some second-hand parts from the junkyard. You weren't worried about how it looked, as long as it did its job. That car served you well for a long time, often outliving what was expected. Now, imagine if we used that same idea for folks who are on the waiting list for organ transplants?
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
More than 22 million
older Americans live alone,
are unmarried
and don’t have kids.
But they’re struggling
with rising costs
By Will Kenton
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How longevity
is reshaping work,
wealth, and well-being
By Damien Ng
Read more
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Researchers
Made One Change
to Seniors’ Meals
— With Striking Results
By Stacey Leasca
Read more
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Protecting
Oral Health
for Older Adults
in Medicaid
Read more
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Cold water
changes your cells
—and science says
It only takes one week
Read more
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Penicillin And WWII
Scientists at the USDA Northern Regional Research Laboratory in Peoria found a strain of Penicillium chrysogenum on a moldy cantaloupe from a local market that produced penicillin yields roughly 200 times greater than Alexander Fleming's original strain. This discovery in 1943, combined with deep-tank fermentation techniques developed in Peoria, enabled mass production of penicillin in time for the D-Day invasion. By June 1944, enough penicillin existed to treat all Allied wounded.
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WEDNESDAY MAY 27, 2026
NEWS FOR YOU TO USE
A Quick Fact on Social Security
that 64% of Americansare confused about it?It's a known fact that Social Security is projected to run out of funds by 2033. Discover how this might impact you and learn about an easy solution that could improve the situation.////There's $58 Billion Waiting For You.
According to the National Council on Aging, around 9.1 million adults aged 65 and older qualify for programs to assist with food, medicine, and everyday expenses that older adults are not taking advantage of. Discover what these programs are and how to access them.\\\\Slip Sliding Away?
Preventing Falls at Home: Room by RoomA lot of falls occur at home, where we spend a significant amount of our time and often move about without considering our safety. There are several adjustments you can implement in your home to help avoid falls and enhance your safety.////Common Misconceptions
About Heart Attacksand Sudden Cardiac ArrestThat Could Endanger Your LifeIt's not just about holding your chest and falling down. Many heart attacks are subtle and can go unnoticed. Learn what they are before it's too late.\\\\It's Better Hearing Month
There are typical signs that suggest you may have a hearing problem, such as needing to ask others to repeat themselves or turning up the TV volume. Don't hesitate. It's important to get your hearing checked.////Vitamin D and Pain:
What Seniors Should KnowMost of us already know that vitamin D matters for our bones. But here is something many people don’t know yet. Vitamin D may also play a real role in how much pain you feel after surgery. And a new study puts some striking numbers behind that idea.
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“Thanks to the
Interstate Highway System,
it is now possible to travel
across the country
coast to coast
without seeing anything.”
Charles Kuralt
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I couldn't let a blog post pass without sharing how our Memorial Day "Cookout" turned out. And by "turned out," I mean it definitely did not go according to plan.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
High-fat cheese,
cream linked to
lower risk
of dementia
By Dr. Veronica Danquah
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Travel for seniors
can be costly:
8 reasons why
Story by Hannah Kowalczyk-Harper
Read more
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Net Worth for Retirees:
How To Tell Whether
You’re Poor, Middle Class
or Rich
By Josephine Nesbit
Read more
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4 Expert Doctors Told Us
This Is the One Body Part
That Impacts
Aging the Most
By Charlotte Hilton Andersen, MS
Read more
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Creativity Might Be
the New Longevity Tool
for Your Brain
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Interesting facts about the
U.S. Interstate Highway System:
1. The system was officially created in 1956 under Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956, signed by Dwight D. Eisenhower. His experience with cross-country travel and military logistics heavily influenced the idea.2. It’s the largest highway network in the world, stretching over 48,000 miles across all 50 states, connecting major cities, towns, and regions.3. The numbering system follows a pattern: even-numbered interstates run east–west (like I-10 or I-80), while odd-numbered ones run north–south (like I-5 or I-95). Lower numbers generally start in the south and west.4. The system was designed with national defense in mind. In fact, one of its original purposes was to allow quick movement of military troops and equipment across the country.5. Despite making up only about 1% of U.S. roads, interstates carry roughly 25% of all vehicle traffic, making them a crucial backbone of transportation and commerce.
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