In the wake of last week’s presidential debate between the 78- and 81-year-old candidates—and the impression among some that President Joe Biden looked “old and frail,” with at least one public call for cognitive testing—much of America has had age on the brain. But what does age actually do to the brain? Fortune consulted with …
The absence of workplace accommodations for employees experiencing menopause isn’t just detrimental to their mental and physical well-being, it’s also damaging to their careers. That’s according to a new survey of thousands of women enduring symptoms of menopause and perimenopause. Women’s health care company Bonafide polled more than 2,000 U.S. women ages 40–64 for its …
Lifestyle changes to diet, sleep, and exercise—paired with interventions like relaxation exercises and supplements—could reverse the aging process, according to recent research. Six women between the ages of 46 and 65 underwent an eight-week program that included alterations to diet, sleep, and exercise. They were also given relaxation guidance, women’s probiotic and phytonutrient supplements, and …
Warren Buffett, the seventh-richest person on the planet, turns 94 years old today. Hailed as one of the most successful investors of all time, Buffett made his first stock purchase at just 11 years old in Omaha and now boasts a net worth of over $148 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Buffett’s acclaim …
During this Medicare open-enrollment season, people selecting options for 2025 can often choose among a dizzying number of Part D drug plans and private insurers’ Medicare Advantage plans. Medicare’s star ratings can help you narrow down choices—if you understand what they mean. But few people on Medicare bother to look to the stars, according to …
If Kamala Harris and Donald Trump want to earn the votes of older adults, they better pay attention to health care. A recent Pew Research Center poll shows that health care affordability tops the list of concerns for American voters—ahead of worries about the federal budget, immigration, and gun violence. Adults over 50 made up …
With just five weeks remaining until the election of the 47th U.S. president, more than half of Americans say protecting Medicare and reducing health care costs are among the most important issues influencing their choices at the ballot box, a new survey finds. What’s more, two-thirds of respondents think health care isn’t receiving enough attention …
Kate Winslet doled out free sex advice recently, answering listeners’ questions on the England-based podcast, How to Fail with Elizabeth Day. In the episode, which aired last week, Winslet answered questions about a range of topics—including one from an anonymous woman about what she should do about no longer wanting to have sex with her …
Increasingly popular home medical devices can be a huge help for Medicare beneficiaries (particularly ones with chronic conditions) and their family caregivers. The devices offer vital health assistance and treatment in a comfortable, convenient setting and are often used in hospital at home programs. But these devices—known as durable medical equipment in Medicare Part B …
Health care expenses often increase as people age, due to more health challenges and care needs. According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, U.S. adults ages 65 and over each spent $22,356 on personal health expenses in 2020. That’s almost 2.5 times higher than expenses for younger adults ($9,154). How can you pay …