Your Guide to the 2023-2024 Flu Season

What you oughta Know About the Flu How Bad Will Flu Season Be This Year?

February 17, 2025 · 1 min · 15 words · Jessica Ward

25 Great Questions to Select Your Ideal Group Travel Tour

Group tours can take a lot of the hassle out of traveling. Group tours also can be a great opportunity to make friends with like-minded travelers. However, choosing the right group tour that fits your budget, style and abilities isnt easy. Asking these 25 questions can help. How much free time will I have? Some tours are action-packed, while others include plenty of scheduled downtime. Its important to select a tour that aligns with your preferences....

February 14, 2025 · 3 min · 455 words · Stuart Mason

Health Care Workforce

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. Health Care Workforce Patient care depends on a committed health care workforce. They also advocate for their patients in an often complicated and expensive health care system. They see the need to end the shortage. Satisfaction is even higher among people 65-plus. ![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)

February 14, 2025 · 1 min · 68 words · Taylor Meyer

Prevention, Wellness & Healthy Behaviors

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. Eating well, getting plenty of exercise, and scheduling regular checkups are key to aging well. Most feel comfortable using telehealth services. Most believe vaccines are protective, but uptake varies by age and vaccine punch in. ![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)

February 14, 2025 · 1 min · 61 words · Dominique Parsons

Utilities

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. They also help older adults stay healthy and maintain reasonable living expenses. ![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)

February 14, 2025 · 1 min · 38 words · Tiffany Bonilla

Woman’s Inheritance Wiped Out in Crypto-Dating Scam

Not knowing anyone, she does what many people do today and joins a dating app to make connections. Thats when her friend becomes less helpful. And he’s like, “Well I could teach you.” [00:00:25] Bob: Welcome back to the Perfect Scam. Im your host Bob Sullivan. But you know, people who are looking for love can be among the most vulnerable. But there’s even more bad news. How does the crime work?...

February 14, 2025 · 12 min · 2490 words · James Schmidt

Activities & Interests

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. ![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)

February 13, 2025 · 1 min · 26 words · Michael Branch

Smart Guide to Stargazing

The Apollo moon landings were defining moments in history. Today, its still a stimulating way to unwind and connect with the wonders of the universe. Its also a great intergenerational activity. They have the time and ability to dedicate to observing at night, she says. Heres how to get started. GET ORIENTED 1. Most large cities have one, as do many colleges, universities and museums. Theyre also great places to take children and grandchildren on special field trips....

February 13, 2025 · 3 min · 563 words · Sydney Garner

How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster

Your smartphone can help you stay informed, get aid Like Checklists? Use These Tips to Get Your Smartphone Ready to Help Other prep tips can help you recover more easily later

February 12, 2025 · 1 min · 31 words · Richard Griffin

Are Longevity Clinics Worth Your Time and (All That) Money?

Longevity clinics are popping up everywhere. In academic medical centers, strip malls and luxury wellness resorts. Theres no solid number or definition for these clinics. Estimates say there are hundreds, if not more. But theres no legal restriction on the use of longevity branding. Heres what I found. Turning back time For most of her life, Anita Wheaton felt younger than her age. She gained a touch of weight along the way, but who doesnt?...

February 11, 2025 · 2 min · 341 words · Bryan Williams

Longevity Plus: Understanding Evolving Lifespans

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. For more information on AARPs longevity work, contact AARP Thought Leadership atthoughtleadership@aarp.org. For media inquiries, contactmedia@aarp.org. ![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)

February 11, 2025 · 1 min · 42 words · Stephanie Logan

Overwhelming Majority Support Trump Caregiver Tax Credit Proposal

Many have to cut back on their hours or leave the workforce entirely. These are the 28 districts that will decide who wins control of the House in 2026 midterm elections. Interviews were offered in English and Spanish. For more information about the survey, just contact Jennifer Sauer atjsauer@aarp.org. For media inquiries, kindly contact External Relations atmedia@aarp.org. A state income tax credit would help defray these expenses. Candidates, take note.

February 11, 2025 · 1 min · 70 words · Andrea Miller

Connecticut Residents Support a State Income Tax Credit for Family Caregivers

Providing financial assistance is most common (70 percent) among them. The survey interviews averaged eight minutes in length. The interviews were conducted in English November 19 to December 12, 2024. For more information, just contact Teresa A. Keenan attkeenan@aarp.org. For media inquiries, contact External Relations atmedia@aarp.org. Candidates, take note.

February 10, 2025 · 1 min · 49 words · Peter Mckee