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MEDICARE

Does Medicare Cover Mammograms?

Mammograms are one of the best tools for early detection of breast cancer, and being proactive about getting your annual mammogram after you turn 40 is critical for your overall health. While there are certain instances in which you may have to pay out-of-pocket, Medicare Part B and many Medicare Advantage plans both cover 100% of annual mammogram screening costs. Learn more about Medicare coverage for mammograms.

SOCIAL SECURITY

Many Wish They Had Delayed Taking Social Security

A survey of AgeFriendly.org visitors reveals a valuable ‘pay it forward’ message from today’s – to tomorrow’s – retirees: delay taking social security if you can. 
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LIVING

8 Elements of an Age-Friendly Community

Age-friendly communities - cities, towns, villages and even counties and states -  are great places to grow up and to grow old. An age-friendly community, no matter its size, supports people to be active, healthy, productive and socially included throughout their lives.

CONDITIONS

Don’t Ignore the Signs of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Are you struggling with persistent joint pain and worried that it might be something more serious? You’re not alone. Joint pain can be a sign of rheumatoid arthritis, a common condition that affects 1.5 million Americans.

LEARNING

What makes a university age-friendly?

Imagine the ideal university experience for students over age 50. What would it be like? When we asked you, here are some of the answers you gave.

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LEARNING

The Age Friendly University Network: 4 ways it may help make aging easier

The Age Friendly University (AFU) global network is a movement that may help shape how we live and work in retirement by increasing educational opportunities for older adults.

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