Brand-name drug prices have been increasing faster than the rate of general inflation for decades. These lifetime price increases often greatly exceeded the corresponding rate of general inflation.
See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. This tool will display the requested information for each of the 76 economies studied on a global map. Scroll over any economy of interest to receive additional details. This tool will display line graphs capturing data on the selected topic in the economy of interest during 20202050....
The report combines the work of a quantitative study from CTA and qualitative research from AARP. The work shines the spotlight on age tech, defined as technology to help people to age in place. Typically, age tech needs to be reliable, easy to use, accurate and affordable. But these arent the only types of technology available to assist older adults in living independently. Similarly, smart home technology offers options for maintaining a safe environment....
See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. States that engage this vibrant group will produce long-term social and economic benefits to residents of all ages. For the national reports, see thenational Longevity Economy Outlook. For media inquiries, contactmedia@aarp.org. Suggested Citation Accius, Jean, and Joo Yeoun Suh. The Longevity Economy State Profiles.Washington, DC: AARP Thought Leadership, October 2020....
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The years preceding a dementia diagnosis come with the risk of significant financial losses. What is driving these losses, and what can be done to mitigate them? Although financial losses may be triggered by cognitive issues, they may also make such issues worse. Taken together, these research threads point to a vicious cycle that may exist between financial and cognitive losses. Such cases, though rare, constitute an extreme and unforeseen driver of major financial stress....
Shortly before the ceremony, I set out for a brief stroll. I didnt even fill up my water bottle, because I wasnt going to be gone long. I called the retreat manager for help, and he told me, Just go through the yellow gate. But as it turns out, there was more than one yellow gate. Before long, I found myself lost in dense forest. I headed uphill to find a clearing where I might be seen....
What Caregivers Should Know About Occupational Therapy Occupational therapists specialize in helping people regain their independence Palliative Care: What Caregivers Should Know Learn what palliative care is and what teams can do for patients A Caregivers Guide to Building a Home Medical Kit A well-stocked first-aid kit with specialized tools can help a caregiver cope with any crisis large or small What Caregivers Need to Know About Bedsores How to Care for Cuts and Burns...
ArtistJayson Fannturns fallen trees into spectacular spirit nests. She specializes in wearable mounts, unusual home decor and also does work on pet memorials and companion aftercare. Prices first time dancing wasnt until she was a retiree. It just makes you feel so good and alive. And of course the dancing is very good for the body and the mind. Carlos gives his father a shave at home in their kitchen in Sacramento, California....
Dining out with friends can bring people closer and make for an enjoyable experience. Which raises the question: Who pays the bill when drinkers and non-drinkers dine together? My wife and I enjoy going out to dinner with another couple, but theres an issue. We dont drink, but our friends do. We dont think we should be responsible for splitting the check 50/50. Are my wife and I being total cheapskates?...
However, there is an ever-growing number of older adults who often play racket sports Pickleball anyone? Methodology The findings come from an AARP Omni online survey of 1,013 adults age 50-plus fielded in September 2024. The national sample was weighted by age, gender, and race/ethnicity. For more information, yo contact Cheryl Lampkin atclampkin@aarp.org. For media inquiries, contact External Relations atmedia@aarp.org. Gamers 50-Plus Are a Growing Force The 50-plus crowd is embracing gaming....
Who doesnt struggle to pull together a flattering and fashionable outfit? Despite what you may think, fashion faux pas are not really all about having the wrong clothes. Its more about how you choose and put together the pieces in your closet. Here are the 10 most common outfit mistakes and how to fix them. The mistake: Being underdressed or overdressed. Both feel like a bad dream, but scenarios like these happen to all of us....
Artificial intelligence (AI) isprofoundly transforming numerous facets of our daily lives. However, AI also brings new challenges, especially in the areas of scams and fraud. The findings revealed a significant level of worry among this demographic. Interviews were conducted online and via phone. For more information, like contact Alicia Williams, Ph.D., AARP Research atarwilliams@aarp.org. For media inquiries, just contactmedia@aarp.org. The helpline, staffed by trained specialists, helps victims manage their emotions and avoid scams....
But shes never given up her love of learning. It was long overdue, she says. Hislop didnt need more coursework. She had completed it all before leaving campus abruptly 83 years earlier to marry fellow student George Hislop. Hed been called up for military duty and she wanted to travel with him. As an Army wife, Hislop spent time at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, and Camp Roberts, California. Hislop never pursued her earlier dream to become a teacher....
