For survivors who can find the energy to serve other people with chronic illnesses, the rewards are immense. Read about one man's recovery from a stroke and his newfound devotion.
The prices of most drugs are rising faster than the pace of inflation, but there are several resources available to help you and your family cope with medication expenses.
Join AARP in the fight for health care reform and have your voice heard.
The Divided We Fail effort advances the idea that partisan gridlock should not stand in the way of affordable health care and long-term financial security for all Americans.
The Quiet Crisis: The Rising Costs of Health Care
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In a wide-ranging interview, actor Ben Vereen talks about living with diabetes, dealing with adversity, and celebrating the arts.
Biologics are giving renewed hope to thousands of patients with cancer and other devastating illnesses. But are the benefits worth the physical and financial risks?
Dealing with cancer isn't just about treatment. It's about navigating through the disease. This survivorship center from M. D. Anderson gives you tools to cope and connect with others.
Group: Peripheral Neuropathy
Share your story with others to learn and to improve your strategies for handling this disorder.
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Learn what precautions can help keep your and your family well this flu season.
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Share your personal medication record with providers to help them better manage your meds—and carry it with you always in case of an emergency. Here's how to create one.
Women whose bones have begun thinning but who don't have osteoporosis may not need the Rx. Bone-loss drugs have serious side effects.
If you answer 'Yes' to these four questions, consider getting screened. You could stop diabetes before it starts.
Simple things like exercising, eating the right foods—even turning down the lights at night—can help keep the disease at bay.
A brain-imaging breakthrough could speed diagnosis and aid treatment. A blood test is also in the offing.
Plagued by acid indigestion, meal after meal?
Here are 7 ways to find relief.
Insurance & Plans: From Major Medical to Medicare Supplement, find the right health insurance plan for you.
Discounts & Savings: Pharmacy, Vision & and even Fitness discounts provide everyday savings for you.
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AARP is calling on its members to Create the Good in their neighborhoods. Get involved.
Benefits QuickLINK
Find out what public or private benefits are available for older adults and families with children.
Here's a coalition that supports health care reform to strengthen Medicare.
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Save $100 per person off vacations or river cruises from Grand European Tours.
How can you tell whether or not "organic" foods are the real deal?
Enter for a chance to win Energy Star appliances, a MacBook, or mountain bikes!
Many people find they can shed medications along with their extra pounds.
An AARP-supported show addresses health and other issues faced by aging people.
Everyone goes through tough times. Some folks just navigate them better. Learn how.
Gambled and lost? Peter Greenberg gives tips on free stuff to do in Sin City.
Should I borrow from my 401(k) to pay off my house? How steep is the penalty?
Singer Ricardo Montaner's book portrays a man committed to his family and faith.
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