February 17, 2025

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Have the Flu or Know Someone with It? Flu Cases Surge to Highest Levels in 15 Years, CDC Says: For the first time this flu season, overall levels of the respiratory illness have reached "very high" activity. USA Today, Feb. 11.

How Inflation Is Impacting Retirees in 2025: January's CPI report shows inflation is running hotter than the Fed would like, at 3%. That's hard on retirees. Is Social Security keeping up? Kiplinger, Feb. 12.

How to Prevent Medical Errors? Medical errors are more common than you think, and they can lead to life-altering – or ending – outcomes. Here's how you can minimize your risks. U.S. News & World Report, Feb. 11.

GLP-1 Meds Can Work Wonders for Kidney Health: Ozempic, Wegovy, Saxenda, Trulicity: These and other GLP1-RA diabetes/weight-loss meds can also boost outcomes for folks battling chronic kidney disease. HealthDay News, Feb. 11.

What Cancer Screenings Do You Need? A Quick Guide: With an estimated 2 million new cancer cases expected in 2025, regular screenings are more important than ever, according to the American Cancer Society. HealthDay News, Feb. 15.

New Insights into Older Hearts: Heart disease is more common in people over 65, but treatments are better than ever. That can complicate decision-making for older heart patients. The New York Times, Feb. 15. (🔒Subscription may be required.)

How to Find a Financial Adviser for Retirement Planning: Finding the right financial adviser for retirement planning can save you time and money in the long run. Kiplinger, Feb. 10.

Financial Tips for the Perpetually Single: Fewer Americans choose to get married or have children, but they ought to do more planning for their later years. Next Avenue, Feb. 12.

Retirement Plan Options for 1099 Employees: Despite what some believe, 1099 workers have a variety of retirement plan options at their disposal. U.S. News & World Report, Feb. 11.

Raiding Your Retirement Funds? Here’s How to Avoid Hidden Tax Traps: ‘I’m still mad about it,’ says one taxpayer who was hit with a 10% penalty. WSJ, Feb. 14. (🔒Subscription may be required.)

Older Doesn't Mean Worse. Seniors Can Save Big on Taxes Using These Two Items: It's a good time to be an older American, at least for taxes. There are two items that only older adults can use to save a little this year and maybe, a little extra next year on taxes. USA Today, Feb. 12.

How Much Do You Have to Make to File Taxes in 2025? According to the IRS, here’s how much you have to have made in 2024 to be required to file taxes in 2025 and the general rules for whether you need to file a federal tax return this year. Savvy Senior, Feb. 8.

The Best Places to Retire in the World: When it comes to the best places to retire in the world, which country is at the top of the list? And where does the U.S. feature on the leaderboard? We investigate. Kiplinger, Feb. 11.

The Cheapest Places to Retire Abroad on $1K Per Month: There are appealing, vibrant destinations around the world that offer solid infrastructure, excellent medical care and engaging cultural environments for low monthly costs of living. U.S. News & World Report, Feb. 12.

Trump Buyout Offer Moves Ahead: If You're Near Retirement, Should You Take a Buyout? President Trump's buyout offer to government workers was allowed to proceed, following a judge's ruling. If you are on the receiving end of a buyout and close to retirement, here’s what to consider. Kiplinger, Feb. 13.

Phased Retirement: Why Easing Into Retirement Might Be Your Best Move: If retiring cold turkey isn’t for you, consider a phased retirement that lets you scale back at work and ease into retirement before eventually stepping away completely. Kiplinger, Feb. 14.

Dating Again? Nine Rules for Older Singles: Don't be afraid of dating when you're older. But do be careful. We have some dos and don'ts for senior daters. Kiplinger, Feb. 10.

Social Security Fairness Act Checklist: Seven Things to Know: This Social Security Fairness Act checklist explains what public sector retirees can expect from SSFA, including how much more money they might receive. Kiplinger, Feb. 12.

13 Smart Estate Planning Moves: Follow this estate planning checklist for you (and your heirs) to hold on to more of your hard-earned money. Kiplinger, Feb. 10.

Retirement Community Living: How to Pay for Your Next Chapter: From a continuing care retirement community to an independent living village, retirees have a lot of ways to live out their golden years. But it ain’t cheap. Next Avenue, Feb. 14.

Americans Who’ve Become Caregivers Rose by a Third in 10 Years: A growing numbers of family members now provide care for older adults who live at home or in residential care settings. HealthDay News, Feb. 14.

Five Ways to Ease Caregiver Stress: Caregiver stress is real. Here are five techniques to protect your health and happiness while caring for a loved one. Kiplinger, Feb. 9.

Best Caregiver Support Groups: Feeling stressed, drained or stretched thin while caring for a loved one? Caregiver support groups offer relief for those in caregiving roles. U.S. News & World Report, Feb. 13.

The Best Cell Phones for Older Adults: For older adults, choosing a cell phone is not a one-size-fits-all proposition. The New York Times Wirecutter, Feb. 10. (🔒Subscription may be required.)

How Technology Can Help Retirees Age in Place: Tech has solutions to enable people to safely stay in their homes at a time when few want to enter nursing homes. Kiplinger, Feb. 11.

10 Job Search Websites and Apps for Retirees in 2025: If you’re looking for work as a retiree, there are many tools available online that connect older workers with job opportunities. U.S. News & World Report, Feb. 11.

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