AARP Research Insights on Health Care

Medicare Medicare is universally seen as important, and majorities want Congress to protect it. Many midlife and older adults are skeptical about the future of Medicare. Familiarity and favorability are high for Medicare. Many 64-year-olds have not yet started researching Medicare and may underestimate the task of enrolling. Many factors affect the decision-making process of enrolling in Medicare. Awareness of the Open Enrollment period is high, but cross-plan comparisons are uncommon....

March 27, 2025 · 4 min · 655 words · Lisa Olson

50 French Nail Designs For When You Don't Want Plain White Tips

Nails Upgrade your mani game. Since then, white French tips have woven in and out of popularity. They were briefly dubbed cheugy in the 2010s, but with a new decade came renewed interest. Today, Frenchies are firmly back in the beauty zeitgeist in fact, theyre leading it. But thats just a taste of how it’s possible for you to switch up the classic aesthetic. These gold-colored animal spots are a decidedly elevated take on the trend....

March 26, 2025 · 2 min · 263 words · Michelle Freeman

Diabetes Prevention

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. Learn How to Prevent Diabetes What Is Prediabetes? Prediabetes means blood sugar levels are normal, but in the high normal range. If you have prediabetes you will not automatically develop key in 2 diabetes. Prediabetes can be reversed. However, some people with prediabetes do go on to develop jot down 2 diabetes....

March 26, 2025 · 2 min · 279 words · Donna Hicks

Learning Resources for Family Caregivers

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. The paper also details their preferred instructional formats. As a result: Key Findings AARP is a founding member of theHome Alone AllianceTM. The series is intended not to provide recommendations but rather to share information gathered during hospital site visits. ![Article image](https://aarp.widen.net/content/sd5kwy7xni/jpeg/GettyImages-1308438709.jpg?crop=true&anchor=268,386&q=80&color=ffffffff&u=hg9ney&w=1601&h=920&credit=Getty Images)

March 26, 2025 · 1 min · 66 words · Catherine Lane

Family Caregiving

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. Generally, caregivers give providers high marks. ![Article image](https://aarp.widen.net/content/sd5kwy7xni/jpeg/GettyImages-1308438709.jpg?crop=true&anchor=268,386&q=80&color=ffffffff&u=hg9ney&w=1601&h=920&credit=Getty Images)

March 24, 2025 · 1 min · 32 words · Brittany Adams

Financial Security & Retirement Planning

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. Managing their financial well-being enables older adults to live comfortably as they age in place. Everyday and unexpected expenses are key drivers. ![Article image](https://aarp.widen.net/content/sd5kwy7xni/jpeg/GettyImages-1308438709.jpg?crop=true&anchor=268,386&q=80&color=ffffffff&u=hg9ney&w=1601&h=920&credit=Getty Images)

March 24, 2025 · 1 min · 48 words · Emily Rhodes

Internet, Digital Media & Devices

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. Despite its usefulness, however, older adults have been slow to adopt it. ![Article image](https://aarp.widen.net/content/sd5kwy7xni/jpeg/GettyImages-1308438709.jpg?crop=true&anchor=268,386&q=80&color=ffffffff&u=hg9ney&w=1601&h=920&credit=Getty Images)

March 24, 2025 · 1 min · 38 words · Colleen Smith

Long-Term Services & Supports & Caregiving

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. Effective policies and solutions center on helping family caregivers and ensuring quality of care. Nursing Homes Nursing homes are a critical component in caring for older adults and people with disabilities. Ensuring quality care is essential. Generally, caregivers give providers high marks. ![Article image](https://aarp.widen.net/content/sd5kwy7xni/jpeg/GettyImages-1308438709.jpg?crop=true&anchor=268,386&q=80&color=ffffffff&u=hg9ney&w=1601&h=920&credit=Getty Images)

March 24, 2025 · 1 min · 68 words · Amy Barber

Prescription Drugs

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. Prescription Drugs Older adults need access to affordable prescription drugs. They also need trustworthy information about the drugs they are taking. Programs and policies that support these goals are critical to older adults' health and well-being. Many Americans are unaware of it, and opinions on its use and affordability vary....

March 24, 2025 · 1 min · 76 words · Patricia Perkins

Technology

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. Smartphones and smart TVs are the most popular items. Broadband & Telecommunications Affordable, high-quality broadband and telecommunications help older adults stay connected with family and friends. Despite its usefulness, however, older adults have been slow to adopt it. ![Article image](https://aarp.widen.net/content/sd5kwy7xni/jpeg/GettyImages-1308438709.jpg?crop=true&anchor=268,386&q=80&color=ffffffff&u=hg9ney&w=1601&h=920&credit=Getty Images)

March 24, 2025 · 1 min · 64 words · Jamie Bradley

Historic Miami Neighborhood Targeted in Real Estate Scam

[00:00:02] Phil Prazan: Coconut Grove is one of the older neighborhoods in the city. There’s a specific area historically known as the Black Grove. Your first thought might be, Well, that’s lovely. But I hope your next thought would be, Something has gone really wrong here. The lot had been sold to investors, without anyone even so much as texting or calling her. It sounds almost impossible. How can someone buy property that isn’t for sale?...

March 21, 2025 · 8 min · 1687 words · Robert Henderson

The Successes and Challenges of Navigating Company Websites to Report Fraud

For more information, just contact Alicia R. Williams atarwilliams@aarp.org. For media inquiries, contact External Relations atmedia@aarp.org. The helpline, staffed by trained specialists, helps victims manage their emotions and avoid scams.

March 21, 2025 · 1 min · 30 words · Erin Curry

AARP Nursing Home COVID-19 Dashboard

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. The country counted mainly on the reporting of news media to glimpse the devastation because of COVID-19. Everyone must work together to ensure continued vaccine and booster access and administration. For more information, visitaarp.org/nursinghomes. These data are self-reported by facilities to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) weekly....

March 20, 2025 · 1 min · 157 words · Matthew Duncan