A new study, published by the American Journal of Preventative Medicine, suggests that just one hour a week of brisk walking can help reduce the risk of disability in older adults. Scientists at Northwestern University have concluded that this minimal amount of brisk walking — walking as if you were late to an appointment –… Continue Reading
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What to do when the “Social Security Administration” calls
The phone rings and the caller on the other end identifies himself as a representative from the Social Security administration, calling to let you know that your Social Security number has been compromised or suspended. He knows your full name and address. He confidentially provides his name and contact information. Sounds legitimate, right? Wrong.… Continue Reading
How to calculate your own Social Security benefits
In the above video, Devin Carroll walks you through three simple steps to calculate your own Social Security benefits, without needing expensive software or help from the Social Security Administration. Being able to calculate your own projection can help you understand the income you’ll be relying throughout retirement, as well as provides a more accurate… Continue Reading
Can social interaction combat dementia?
A pilot program known as I-CONECT, or Internet based Conversational Engagement Clinical Trial, is connecting socially isolated seniors with trained conversationalists through online video chat. Previous studies have shown promising results, linking the effect regular conversation can have on fending off dementia. “This could be an actual clinical intervention your doctor would prescribe – like… Continue Reading
Daily aspirin no longer recommended for heart health
The Guideline on the Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease, issued by the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology, is no longer recommending a daily low-dose aspirin for heart health. Low dose aspirin had been the recommendation for years as a preventative measure against heart attacks and strokes. But a new study –… Continue Reading
Nancy Altman endorses the Social Security Expansion Act
Nancy Altman, President of Social Security Works, recently released a statement endorsing the Social Security Expansion Act. “The Social Security Expansion Act is profoundly wise legislation that increases Social Security benefits for all current and future beneficiaries, as well as providing additional targeted benefit increases… Not only is expanding Social Security, financed by requiring the… Continue Reading
Five damaging habits that contribute to early death
Bad habits are hard to break, even when you know you aren’t doing any favors to your health. But as you age, it’s increasingly more important to avoid some of these damaging habits that studies have found linked to premature death. Drinking sugary beverages and eating processed foods A new study, conducted over a 34-year… Continue Reading
See what the sponsors of the Social Security Expansion Act are saying
Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) – “It is time to expand Social Security, not cut it. At a time when more than half of older Americans over the age of 55 have no retirement savings, our job is to expand Social Security to make sure that everyone in this country can retire with the dignity they have… Continue Reading
Many baby boomers are unaware of the link between poor diet and cancer
A recent study commissioned by the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) revealed that much of the baby boomer generation remains unaware of the link between poor diet and the risk of developing various cancers. Less than half – only 42% — of baby boomers know that what they eat and drink can affect their chance… Continue Reading
Comparing the Social Security Expansion Act and the Social Security 2100 Act
Two Social Security bills – Senator Bernie Sanders’ Social Security Expansion Act and Representative John Larson’s Social Security 2100 Act — have recently been introduced on Capitol Hill. Devin Carroll compares the two bills and explains how the similar bills could act as companion legislation, with Larson’s bill helping the Sanders legislation come to a… Continue Reading