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Health Care Reform: Health Action Now
Join AARP in the fight for health care reform and have your voice heard.
Divided We Fail
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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Doctors practicing "boutique medicine" charge more for personalized care that often involves house calls. Is it worth it?
A Doctor in the House
Doctors at Mount Sinai serve about a thousand homebound older patients, a fraction of the more than 100,000 people age 65 and older living in New York City who require, or would benefit from, this care.
Where's Your Nurse?
The government estimates there will be a shortfall of more than one million registered U.S. nurses by 2020. Could the shortage hurt your care?
From the Community
Journal: Visit to Cardiologist
Mailladyrt1 receives good news after a recent health scare.
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A Lifesaving Checklist
Every year, 28,000 people die of central-line infections. Dr. Peter Pronovost has found that hospital workers can prevent many of the deaths by taking five simple steps.
Why Health Care Costs So Much
Even as millions aren't getting needed treatment, others are being overtreated.
To Prevent Doctor Blunders, Ask
Asking doctors these 3 questions can help them avoid misdiagnoses and mistakes.
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Create The Good
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.
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Reform Health Care
Millions of Americans are just one medical emergency away from financial ruin!
Vegas@50+
AARP presents Vegas@ 50+, our National Event, coming Oct. 22-24.
'Doughnut Hole' Help
Do you want to avoid the "Doughnut Hole"? Get help here.
Emergency Prepare
We'll show you easy ways to help neighbors get prepared for disasters.
Stonewall Riots
The gay-rights movement lit up one pivotal night; see the role Hispanics played.
Movies & Reviews
Join this group to discuss the movies and actors you love!
Need a Job?
You've come to the right place. Start your job search here on AARP.org.
Facebook Addict
They say you can't have too many friends. Who was he to prove them wrong?
Annual Reports
AARP’s annual reports are now available in a fully interactive format.
West Virginia
AARP will be vigilant for consumers as the state considers a utility rate hike.
