The Latest Breaking News from Medicare

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For decades, senior discounts have been a perk many older adults rely on to stretch their budgets. From retail stores to restaurants, flashing an ID...

The government is considering new, bulk-billed health checks for three-year-olds, to pick up developmental concerns and refer kids that might need additional support.

Aging in place has become a popular choice for seniors who want independence and comfort in their own homes. On the surface, it sounds cheaper...

Some country towns are being forced to fundraise for their own community-led medical centres, while those in the cities get double the healthcare funding.

You may have noticed your Social Security check isn’t stretching as far as it used to—even though your payment hasn’t technically gone down. That’s because...

It may sound strange to say there are downsides to having “too much” in retirement assets. After all, most people worry about not saving enough....

The Social Security Administration has reported significant improvements in how it serves the public. According to its latest performance metrics, Americans have collectively saved an estimated 43 million hours over the past year due to faster service and expanded access across online, phone, and in-person channels.

Elder scams that start with a simple phone call are still a major problem in 2024. Fraudsters use new tricks to target older adults, preying on trust and confusion. Many victims don’t realize they’re being scammed until it’s too late. The tactics keep evolving, making it harder for families and…

Surprisingly, despite earning less over their lifetimes, women tend to retire earlier than men.

From mid-2027, the government will divert children with mild and moderate developmental delay and autism away from the NDIS and onto a program called Thriving Kids.