Alert for our readers: Several hand soaps and related hygiene products sold nationwide — including at Walmart — have been voluntarily recalled due to contamination with Burkholderia cepacia, a bacterium that can cause serious infections and, in vulnerable people, life-threatening sepsis. This recall was announced on August 8, 2025, and affects products distributed across the…
As the Older Americans Act (OAA) marks its 60th anniversary, five of the nation’s largest aging services organizations are calling on Congress to protect and increase Older Americans Act funding. These programs help millions of seniors age with dignity by providing meals, caregiver support, transportation, and more. What Is the Older Americans Act? First passed…
A new 2025 survey by eHealth and Retirable has revealed a troubling sentiment among future retirees: 80% of Americans fear Medicare won’t be there when they become eligible. Despite decades of reliability, rising healthcare costs and political uncertainty have cast doubt on the long-term future of Medicare. So, what’s really going on—and should current or…
As Texans mark the anniversary of Hurricane Beryl, the spotlight is on how Texas seniors were left dangerously exposed. When the power failed, many older adults endured the heat without air conditioning, oxygen, or refrigerated medications. It highlighted the growing risk for seniors during natural disasters, such as Beryl. When Hurricane Beryl tore through the…
Have you heard the buzz about historic Social Security tax relief for seniors in 2025? The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently applauded a new law that changes how benefits are taxed, and headlines claim “90% of seniors won’t pay taxes on Social Security anymore.” But is it really that simple? Let’s break it down. Update:…
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