Posts Tagged ‘savings’
Is Daily Low-Dose Aspirin Really Worth It For Seniors?
There’s disappointing news for seniors: A new trial shows that taking daily low-dose aspirin doesn’t prolong healthy, independent living in otherwise healthy people aged 70 and older. Aspirin has long been recommended for middle-aged folks with a history of heart disease, to prevent future heart attacks or strokes. Researchers had hoped that aspirin’s specific effects…
Read MoreAARP: 76% of Older Adults Want to Age in Place
The desire to remain at home during retirement continues to be extremely important to people as they age, according to a new report from AARP. The data, released last week as part of the senior advocacy group’s 2018 Home and Community Preferences survey, shows that almost 80% of adults age 50 and older want to…
Read MoreMiddle- and Lower-Income Americans May Be Falling Behind with Savings
The Bureau of Economic Analysis released updated statistics last month showing a sunnier savings outlook for Americans than previously estimated — but some commentators note that not everyone may be sharing in the success. After releasing first-quarter data showing the personal savings rate sat at 3.3%, the BEA recently amended its estimate to 7.2%, according…
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