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December 25, 2017
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IN THIS ISSUE
Health
Mind
Medicare
Money
Taxes
Retirement
Social Security
Housing
Caregiving
Technology
Working
End of Life
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HEALTH:
Doing More Harm Than Good? Epidemic of Screening Burdens Nation's Older Patients: Patients are often aggressively screened for cancer, even if they won't live long enough to benefit. Kaiser Health News, Dec. 20.

Life Expectancy is Down Again: We are dying younger, and life expectancy is now down for the second straight year - something not seen in more than half a century. USA Today, Dec. 21.

Cancer Survivors Often Face Another Hurdle: Faster Aging: Treatments that help people beat cancer also can cause them to age prematurely and die sooner. HealthDay, Dec. 19.  
 
Every Stroke Is Different. What That Means for Treatment: Time is absolutely of the essence, but the clock isn't the only thing to take into account. US News and World Report, Dec. 19.  
 
Chronic Heartburn Tied to Higher Odds for Head, Neck Cancers: Millions of American seniors suffer the discomfort of chronic acid reflux. Now, new research suggests the condition might raise their odds for even more dangerous foes. HealthDay, Dec. 21.   
 
Why New Blood Pressure Guidelines Could Lead to Harm: Fear is typically not effective in getting people to adopt healthier habits. A more likely outcome is overtreatment. The New York Times, Dec. 18.   
MIND:
Recognizing and Treating Depression in Retirement: Depression is unfortunately a widespread problem among older Americans, affecting approximately 15 percent of the 65-and-older population. Here's what you should know, along with some tips and resources for screening and treatments, and how Medicare covers it. HuffPost, Dec. 17.  
MEDICARE:
Medicare Premiums Increase for Many Retirees in 2018: Most of the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment will be used to pay for higher Medicare Part B premiums. US News and World Report, 12/18. 
MONEY:
9 Financial Resolutions for Pre-Retirees: Make these resolutions for 2018 if you plan to retire in the next five years. US News and World Report, Dec. 21.  
 
The 2 Essential Numbers You Need to Know to Guarantee a Successful Retirement: Setting a savings target for your nest egg - say, $500,000, $1 million, or whatever - can be an effective step in preparing for retirement. But it's not nearly enough. Money, Dec. 21.  
 
26 Ways the GOP's Tax Reform Will Affect Your Wallet: Here's a look at key provisions of the new tax law that could affect your pocketbook. Kiplinger, Dec. 20.  
 
End the Year Right: 6 Financial Tips for Retirees: How time flies. As the year quickly winds down, it's time to check a few items off your to-do list. Kiplinger, Dec. 19.  
 
Will You Have Enough Income in Retirement? Here's How to Find Out: Don't plan your retirement date based on age -- there are more important factors to consider. The Motley Fool, Dec. 21.  
 
Tax Bill Kills This Key Strategy For How You Save For Retirement: Current tax rules allow you to reverse your decision when you convert a traditional pretax IRA to a post-tax Roth IRA. CNBC, Dec. 19.
TAXES:
GOP Tax Plan Makes These States a Lot Better for Retirees: The GOP tax bill caps at $10,000 the deduction you can take for state and local income, sales and property tax. CNBC, Dec. 19. 
RETIREMENT:
How to Tell If You're Ready to Retire: Don't retire until you can answers these critical questions well. You can save yourself many years of financial stress by having a good plan and executing it well. The Motley Fool, Dec. 18.  
 
Why You Shouldn't Bank on Delayed Retirement: There are financial ramifications from working longer, assuming you're able to do so. US News and World Report, Dec. 18.   
Choosing Health Over Money When Picking a Retirement Date: Sometimes, rearranging plans is the best thing you can do for yourself. Next Avenue, Dec. 18.  
 
Retirement Tips: 4 Steps to a Happier Retirement: Is retirement near? It's exciting, yet daunting - freedom tainted with dreaded aging. USA Today, Dec. 17.
SOCIAL SECURITY:
When Is the Best Age for Americans to Claim Social Security? When to claim Social Security retirement benefits is one of the most crucial financial decisions facing older workers. But not everyone makes informed choices. Newsweek, 12/21.
 
5 Social Security Misunderstandings That Could Cost You: You can't afford to get these Social Security facts wrong. The Motley Fool, Dec. 22.
HOUSING:
A Better Kind of Nursing Home: At Green Houses, residents have more independence and facilities are less institutional - a big improvement over most nursing homes, new research finds. The New York Times, Dec. 22. 
CAREGIVING:
How to Help Your Elderly Parents With Their Finances: Five things you can do for them, even before they need your assistance. Consumer Reports, Dec. 22. 
TECHNOLOGY:
The Latest Technologies for Vision Loss: By the age of 65, one out of three people develop some form of vision-reducing eye disease, such as macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts or diabetic retinopathy. That's why vision loss among older adults is seen as one of the major health care challenges of the coming decades. Next Avenue, Dec. 20.  
 
Keeping a Technological Eye on Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients at Home: Here are the top smart home features to consider for loved ones. US News and World Report, Dec. 22.
WORK:
The Key to a Secure Retirement? Working Longer: Working longer is one of the most effective ways to improve prospects for a secure retirement. It increases monthly Social Security benefits, allows more time for saving in 401(k)s, and shortens the period of retirement. USA Today, Dec. 18.  
 
7 Ways to Find Part-Time Work in Retirement: There are many reasons to keep working after retirement. Of course, there's the money. But beyond that, it's something that gets you out of bed in the morning - a place to go, a schedule to keep and a routine to anchor your life. US News and World Report, Dec. 20.  
 
5 Ways to Battle Age Discrimination When Applying For a Job: Age discrimination in hiring is rampant but hard to prove. MarketWatch, Dec. 19.
END OF LIFE:
The Long Goodbye: Coping With Sadness And Grief Before A Loved One Dies: The anguish accompanying aging isn't openly discussed very often, nor is its companion: grief. Kaiser Health News, 12/20.
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