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Hoarding disorder disproportionately affects older adults. While about 2 percent of the general population struggles with accumulating too many objects, hoarding impacts over 6 percent [...]

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017 made significant changes to the U.S. tax code. Many of its provisions are set to expire, or "sunset," at the end of 2025. It also made three key [...]

After much anticipation, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have issued final regulations relating to the 10-year required minimum distribution (RMD) rule for [...]

One of the key concerns for older adults considering the shingles vaccine is whether Medicare covers the cost. The answer depends on the type of Medicare coverage an individual [...]

Each experience with cognitive decline is unique. A person may have trouble with some aspects of their life but still be able to handle others adequately. Recognizing the signs of cognitive [...]

In 2023, the United States set a record for heat-related deaths. With the summer of 2024 seeing record-high temperatures, hot weather poses a particularly significant risk for [...]

This past month, the Social Security Administration expanded its Compassionate Allowances list by nine additional conditions.

On July 12, 2024, the SSA announced a change affecting many account users. Those who created a my Social Security account before September 18, 2021, must transition to a different [...]

ABLE accounts can enhance quality of life for people with disabilities, offering financial protection while preserving access to public benefits for some individuals. [...]

Having a good relationship with your doctor can alleviate many concerns and increase the quality of your health care. But what if you find out they are no longer in your health insurance [...]