Category: Healthcare
Your health is everything, stay healthy in retirement
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The Most Common Health Issues in Retirement
I still remember the first time a doctor looked over his glasses at me the way a mechanic looks at a car that’s been driven cross-country with the parking brake on. It was right around the time I retired, that odd season of life where your schedule suddenly frees up, yet your body begins filing Read more
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Learn the truth about healthcare costs in retirement
When I retired, one of the first surprise line items in my budget turned out not to be golf or travel, it was exactly how much I might spend on medical care before I die. If you’re like me, you want more certainty (or at least a smart guess) about what health care will cost Read more
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The Medicare 2026 landscape: Big Changes are Coming
I always like to start with the broad strokes before we dig into the weeds. Here’s the overview of major changes coming to Medicare in 2026 (and yes, weeds are coming, so bring your magnifying glass): Let’s take them one by one, and then I’ll give you my best strategies for navigating them without losing Read more
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Boosting Brain Health in Retirement: Tips for Memory, Focus, and Joy
When most of us first think about retirement, our minds go straight to financial spreadsheets, travel plans, and maybe a little extra time on the golf course. Most of us don’t think nearly enough about our brain. Funny how we assume our minds will just keep chugging along like an old reliable pickup truck, even Read more
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The Truth About Herbal Supplements and Your Liver in Retirement
When I first retired, I thought I’d finally be able to slow down, relax, and maybe take better care of my health. No more stress from work deadlines, no more takeout dinners at 9 p.m., and no more skipping doctor’s appointments. Like many retirees, I started exploring vitamins, herbal remedies, and supplements. After all, if Read more
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Avoiding Medicare Mistakes That Cost Money: Tips for Retirees
When I first started digging into Medicare, I thought I’d just sign up, pick a plan, and then go about my business of trying to perfect my golf swing and avoid eating too many cookies with my coffee. It turns out Medicare is not quite that simple. In fact, it can be downright confusing, and Read more
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How Staying Healthy Can Save You a Small Fortune in Retirement
I’ve always said that retirement is a little like owning a classic car. You’ve got the mileage, you’ve earned the right to take the scenic route, and if you want it to last, you’d better keep up with the maintenance. When it comes to our bodies, that “maintenance” isn’t just about living longer. It’s also Read more
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How to Choose a Medicare Plan Without Losing Your Mind
When I first dipped my toes into the Medicare waters, I half expected a lifeguard to blow the whistle and shout, “Too confusing—get out!” I mean, who knew that turning 65 came with an avalanche of paperwork, choices, deadlines, and acronyms? But I promise, choosing a Medicare plan doesn’t have to feel like learning a Read more
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Healthy Aging Secrets in Retirement: How to Stay Sharp Forever
Retirement is a funny thing sometimes. One day, I’m dreaming about all the free time I’ll have, and the next, I’m wondering how I ever managed to get everything done when I was still working. It’s a new chapter, one that’s supposed to be filled with relaxation, hobbies, and maybe even a little adventure. But Read more