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How to Avoid the 'Widow's Penalty' After the Loss of a Spouse

After a spouse dies, people face the "widow's penalty," in which their tax bill may rise. Here's how to avoid it.

Kiplinger

Heart attacks fell dramatically during the pandemic — and they're still dropping

Better prevention is driving down heart-attack rates in the U.S., but the sharp drops seen at the height of the pandemic were likely caused by people avoiding medical care.

LiveScience

Seven Lessons for New Retirees, From a New Retiree

The former editor of Kiplinger Personal Finance shares key financial takeaways from his first year of retirement.

Kiplinger

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Home medical devices pose risks for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers

From infusion pumps to nebulizers, home medical equipment comes with potential problems for users.

Fortune

How a Roth Conversion Can Spare You From Medicare’s IRMAA and Taxes

If you've been a good saver and face large required minimum distributions (RMDs), then you need to plan for how to head off or limit higher Medicare premiums.

Kiplinger

The U.S. Can't Afford To Cut Taxes on Social Security Benefits

The campaign promise from Donald Trump sounds nice, but it would be disastrous when considering the program is already racing toward insolvency.

Reason

CVS Health Slashes 2024 Forecast, Changes Insurance Leadership

The company's latest forecast reflects significant setbacks in its insurance business, which has been adversely affected by increased claims and declining quality ratings for Medicare Advantage coverage.

International Business Times

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Denmark gets Novo Nordisk to lower Ozempic prices

As Congress pushes for Medicare to cover anti-obesity drugs, puzzlement remains about who should get them, for how long, and at what price.

Fortune

How might U.S. health care change with a Harris-Walz administration?

Big changes could be coming, according to policy experts.

Fortune

Lessons for the U.S. from Japan's Lost Decade

Facing an economic downturn in the 1990s, Japan racked up debt. America should not repeat that mistake.

Reason

The Real Economic Catastrophe Will Be Caused by the U.S. Debt

Should we blame Biden and the politicians applauding him for their unwillingness to address our looming fiscal disaster?

Reason

Democrats should run on a progressive economic agenda. Americans are ready

Campaigning on an economic agenda that speaks to the needs of working families is a winning formula for Kamala Harris

The Guardian - US

Medicare Recipients Can Now Use Amazon Pharmacy's RxPass

Amazon has changed its $5 RxPass prescription service to include Medicare beneficiaries — but you’ll still need an Amazon Prime membership.

Kiplinger

Senior doctor with no plan to retire says 'everyone should be bulk-billed'

'Now those babies are grown up and I'm seeing them as parents.'

Newcastle Herald

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The Conversation

Food and exercise can treat depression as well as a psychologist, our study found. And it’s cheaper

Around 3.2 million Australians live with depression.

The Conversation

The good news is most of us pay low effective tax rates on an extra day’s work, even including means tests and childcare

Australia’s top marginal tax rate is 47% (45% plus Medicare levy), but some of us face a so-called effective marginal tax rate that’s much higher.

Fortune

Does Medicare cover knee and hip replacement surgery?

The average age to receive a knee or hip replacement is 65 making these surgeries common among Medicare beneficiaries.

The Guardian - AU

Scammers are targeting myGov accounts during tax time. How can users protect their ATO refunds?

Criminals change phone and email details to prevent users from receiving myGov notifications – before altering tax returns and bank account details

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Vice President Harris Criticizes Project 2025 Agenda

Vice President Kamala Harris criticizes Project 2025, linked to Trump, for potential harm to middle class and social programs.

LiveScience

New blood test for colorectal cancer approved by FDA

Scientists hope a new blood test for colorectal cancer could improve screening rates.

The Guardian - AU

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International Business Times

FDA Approves Shield Blood Test for Colon Cancer Screening

With the FDA's approval, it is very likely that private insurance companies and Medicare will cover the cost of the blood test, making it more accessible for patients.

Kiplinger

Three Changes to Medicare on the Horizon for 2025

Medicare beneficiaries will see a few changes in 2025, including on costs.

The Guardian - US

Harris campaign centers healthcare and abortion rights: ‘If she wins, it’s because of Dobbs’

Vice-president emphasizes bodily autonomy and affordable care as experts expect Democrats to remain on offense

Kiplinger

How to Hire a Caregiver: Tips for Finding the Right Fit

When a loved one needs a little (or a lot of) help, take heart. You have options. Here's where to start looking for the support you need.

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