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HEALTH:
In for the Long Haul: When COVID-19 Symptoms Won’t Go Away: Many 'long haulers' struggle with exhaustion, aches and trouble breathing. Next Avenue, Oct. 13.
 
Is Apathy an Early Sign of Dementia? Older adults who aren't interested or enthusiastic about their usual activities may have a higher risk of developing dementia. HealthDay, Oct. 14.

Dementia Deaths Rise During the Summer of COVID, Leading to Concern: Deaths from dementia during the summer of 2020 are nearly 20% higher than the number of dementia-related deaths during that time in previous years, and experts don’t yet know why. The Conversation, Oct. 14.
The Ways Pets Improve Our Retirement Well-Being: For older adults, pets are a buffer against loneliness and isolation, but the benefits go beyond boosting human spirits. A growing body of evidence suggests our four-legged friends improve our health, too. Kiplinger, Oct. 14.
MEDICINE:
7 Ways to Save on Medications in the Pandemic: Millions of Americans are struggling to afford their medications during COVID-19, including some with health insurance, the nearly 27 million who lost coverage due to a job loss and those who never had it. But there are quite a few ways to lower your prescription drug costs in the pandemic. Next Avenue, Oct. 14.
MEDICARE:
How to Make Smart Medicare Open Enrollment Choices in 2020: The 2020 Medicare Open Enrollment season runs from October 15 through December 7 and it’ll be even trickier than normal for new and existing beneficiaries. That’s due to a combination of COVID-19, changes in Medicare rules and new types of coverage offered by private Medicare Advantage plans. Next Avenue, Oct. 12.
 
Medicare Open Enrollment Has Arrived. Here Are Tips for Navigating the Maze: If you’re on Medicare, it’s time to give your coverage a close look whether you feel like it or not. CNBC, Oct. 16.
4 Ways to Slash Your Medicare Costs in Retirement: Worried about the price of healthcare later in life? Here are a few easy ways to keep your expenses under Medicare to a minimum. The Motley Fool, Oct. 16.
 
How U.S. News Picked the 2021 Best Insurance Companies for Medicare: U.S. News rated the best private insurance companies for Medicare Advantage and prescription drug coverage. U.S. News & World Report, Oct. 15.
MONEY:
Retirees Share Secrets to Financial Security: You don't necessarily need a lot of money to set up a financially secure retirement. If you're willing to carefully manage your expenses, you may be able to retire with a modest budget. U.S. News & World Report, Oct. 14.
 
Federal Estate Tax Exemption Is Set to Expire – Are You Prepared? Maybe not tomorrow, but the sunset of our historically high estate tax exemptions is coming — and with the election on its way, it could be sooner than you think. Kiplinger, Oct. 14.
 
Protect Your Wealth with Smart Risk Management Strategies: Find peace of mind for yourself and your family by planning ahead for life’s worst “what if” moments. These risk management strategies can help protect your livelihood, your family’s future and your business. Kiplinger, Oct. 13.
POLITICS:
Having Dementia Doesn’t Mean You Can’t Vote: Yes, you can help a cognitively impaired person participate in the election. But heed these two guidelines. The New York Times, Oct. 14.
RETIREMENT:
The Best Places to Retire in 2021: A new U.S. News analysis compares the 150 largest metropolitan areas in the country as potential places to retire. These retirement spots provide the amenities seniors want at a reasonable cost. U.S. News & World Report, Oct. 13.
 
Suddenly Retired? Here’s What to Do Next: The pandemic seems to be driving a surge of early retirements as businesses close or downsize and older people weigh the health risks of continuing to work. NerdWallet, Oct. 15.
Rethinking Retirement: The days and nights and years could be long — if you’re lucky. Here are some tips to make them meaningful, too. The New York Times, Oct. 15.
 
Considering Early Retirement? 5 Things to Know: Before you accept a buyout, do the math to see if you really can afford to retire. (We'll show you how.) Then follow up with these tried-and-true strategies to make sure your launch into retirement isn't a false start. Kiplinger, Oct. 15.
SOCIAL SECURITY:
Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment Will Be 1.3% in 2021: The 1.3% increase is not necessarily good news for retirees and other beneficiaries, many of whom may have had a tougher time stretching their benefit checks in 2020, thanks to Covid-19. CNBC, Oct. 13.
 
What You Need to Know about Social Security in a Pandemic and Recession: Social Security benefits play an important role in retirement security, and they are being impacted by current events in several ways. Kiplinger, Oct. 13.

Married or Divorced? You Could Be Owed an Extra $757 per Month in Social Security Benefits: Whether you expect Social Security to play a significant role in your retirement or not, it's a good idea to ensure you're maximizing your monthly checks. And if you're currently either married or divorced, you could collect more than you think. The Motley Fool, Oct. 17.
LEGAL ISSUES:
Don’t Let These Too Common Estate Planning Excuses Stand in Your Way: The top reasons why people don’t have an estate plan may sound pretty familiar to you. Here’s what they are, and what’s at stake. Kiplinger, Oct. 15.
LONG-TERM CARE:
Safety Measures at Assisted Living Communities: The reasons for placing a loved one in an assisted living facility often boil down to one word: safety. When a sick or frail individual no longer can care for him or herself, the safest place may be such a community, where both medical care and physical safety can be assured. U.S. News & World Report, Oct. 13.
 
COVID-19 Testing In Nursing Homes and Senior Care Facilities: Increased testing is helping curb outbreaks, but it’s expensive and a vaccine will make the biggest difference. U.S. News & World Report, Oct. 15.

Flu Prevention in Nursing Homes: Elder care facilities have always worked hard to prevent and control flu outbreaks, and COVID-19 has only heightened their diligence. U.S. News & World Report, Oct. 16.
TECHNOLOGY:
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WORK:
How to Start a Business After 50 in the Pandemic: Is a pandemic that’s led to shuttered retail operations and staggering layoffs really a time to start a business? Next Avenue, Oct. 15.
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