HEALTH:
Seniors With COVID-19 Show Unusual Symptoms, Doctors Say: Older adults with COVID-19, the illness caused by the coronavirus, have several “atypical” symptoms, complicating efforts to ensure they get timely and appropriate treatment, according to physicians. Kaiser Health News, April 24.
 
What to Do If You Think You Have Coronavirus Symptoms: Know when to stay home and rest, when to call a doctor, and when to get tested. Consumer Reports, April 20.
How Hearing Loss Can Lead to Loneliness and Isolation: One major factor is people not seeking treatment due to expense and stigma. Next Avenue, April 22.

The Pandemic’s Hidden Victims: Sick or Dying, but Not From the Virus: As the coronavirus overwhelms the health care system, people with other illnesses struggle to find treatment. The New York Times, April 20.
MEDICINE:
Blood-Pressure Drugs Are in The Crosshairs of COVID-19 Research: Scientists are baffled by how the coronavirus attacks the body - killing many patients while barely affecting others. But some are tantalized by a clue: A disproportionate number of patients hospitalized by COVID-19, the disease caused by the virus, have high blood pressure. Reuters, April 23.

FDA Warns of Heart Risks with Trump-Promoted Malaria Drug: The decades-old drugs, also prescribed for lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, can cause a number of side effects, including heart rhythm problems, severely low blood pressure and muscle or nerve damage. Associated Press, April 24.

Medications: ‘Over-the-Counter’ Doesn’t Mean It’s Safe for You: When you go to the pharmacy to pick up over-the-counter medications for yourself or someone you care for, it’s important to be aware that just because these products don’t require a prescription doesn’t mean they are safe for everyone. Next Avenue, April 21.
MONEY:
Crisis Test: Is Your Financial Advisor Really Helping You? Stock market turmoil can reveal just how good an advisor you have — and whether they put your best interests first. Nerd Wallet, April 23.

What Questions Should Investors Ask Financial Advisors Now? Professional guidance could be critical for investors who are navigating in a volatile market. U.S. News & World Report, April 24.
 
3 Things to Consider Before Raiding Your Retirement Fund to Pay the Bills: Even if money is tight, there are significant consequences when you tap your retirement savings. The Motley Fool, April 23.
Your ‘Retirement Number’ Took a Hit. Now What? If you had a solid plan in place on before the downturn hit, it should still carry you through ... provided you don't do anything crazy in the meantime. Kiplinger, April 24.
 
2 Things Seniors Need to Know About the CARES Act: In response to the great lockdown necessitated by COVID-19, the federal government passed a $2.2 trillion coronavirus stimulus bill called the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, or CARES Act. The Motley Fool, April 22.
3 Retirement Wealth Protection Tactics: Don't let taxes derail your retirement and estate planning strategies. Consider these strategies, involving maximizing Roth IRA possibilities and health savings accounts, to keep more of what you saved over the years. Kiplinger, April 23.
 
Women Live Longer Than Men: Here's How They Can Avoid Running Out of Money in Retirement: Think about these tips when planning for those few extra years even while navigating through the uncertain times we're experiencing right now. Kiplinger, April 21.

This is What Happens to Unpaid Debts When a Person Passes Away: When a loved one passes away, it’s not unusual for the person to leave some unpaid debt behind. The question for the surviving spouse or other heirs is often: What happens to those obligations? CNBC, April 24.
Retirees Don't Have to Take Required Minimum Distributions This Year. But What If You Already Did? The coronavirus stimulus bill that became law in late March suspended the RMD requirement for this year. But what if you already took your required minimum distribution for 2020, and now you wish you hadn’t? Money, April 20.
RETIREMENT:
How Living Longer Will Impact Your Retirement: A 65-year-old can expect to live another 19 to 21.5 years, on average, according to the Social Security Administration. What's more, the government agency says a third of 65-year-olds will hit age 90, and 1 in 7 will live beyond age 95. U.S. News & World Report, April 22.
SOCIAL SECURITY:
How to Use Your Social Security Statement: The Social Security Administration no longer mails paper Social Security statements to most people under age 60. Younger workers who want to check their earnings history or taxes paid need to create a my Social Security account to obtain their statement online. U.S. News & World Report, April 20.
SCAMS:
Don’t Fall for These Coronavirus Scams: With high levels of uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus outbreak, thieves are pouncing on the opportunity to trick Americans to fall into their traps. U.S. News & World Report, April 22.
CAREGIVING:
Dealing with Caregiver Guilt During the Coronavirus Crisis: Family caregivers throughout the country are wracked with guilt and frustration because the pandemic has prevented them from providing up-close-and-personal comfort to their aging loved ones — sick or not. Next Avenue, April 23.
WORK:
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Starting a Part-Time Business in Retirement: Avoiding these potential goofs will raise your chance of success. Next Avenue, April 21.
EXTRA:
Coronavirus Pandemic: How to Help Senior Citizens: The coronavirus can be lethal to anyone who catches it, but seniors are especially at risk if infected. Here are some tips to help seniors self-isolating at home — and ways to donate your time, money and resources. NBC News, April 24.
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