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How High Prescription Drug Prices Gouge 50-Plus Americans in Every State

Posted on 07/09/19 - By Dena Bunis

Americans pay among the highest prescription drug prices in the world. AARP breaks down the pricing per state to show… Read More »
Healthy Living

Is a Keto Diet for You?

Posted on 07/08/19 - By Clint Carter

Ketogenic diets, which emphasize fats and proteins, while nearly eliminating carbohydrates, have mixed results in… Read More »
Savings & Planning

The Ultimate Guide to Saving Money

Posted on 07/01/19 - By Tracey E. Hopkins Claire R. McIntosh And David Schiff

AARP’s 10th annual list of tried-and-true bargains, discounts, new deals, expert advice and more thrifty tips every… Read More »
Work & Jobs

7 Jobs Offering Good Opportunities for Older Workers

Posted on 06/27/19 - By Kenneth Terrell

According to BLS, career fields from construction inspectors to crossing guards are growing. Here's a list of… Read More »
Caregiving

The Reality of Suddenly Becoming a Caregiver

Posted on 06/20/19 - By Lee Woodruff

Lee Woodruff shares how her world turned upside down after her husband's roadside bomb injury suddenly threw her… Read More »
Healthy Living

4 Exercise Apps to Keep You Motivated

Posted on 06/19/19 - By Valerie Latona

Fitness apps can help motivate you to keep to an exercise routine by tracking your progress and improve your workout… Read More »
Savings & Planning

Tech Tools Can Improve Your Savings Habits

Posted on 06/17/19 - By Bruce Horovitz

Depending on your spending habits, one of these free or low-cost iPhone and Android apps can make it easier for you to… Read More »
Politics & Society

Revive Your Family Ties With a Road Trip

Posted on 06/10/19 - By Jo Ann Jenkins CEO AARP

Grandparents are building relationships with grandchildren by taking trips together. Make vacation plans to visit some… Read More »