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Digital Health Care Can Transform Women's Health

Digital health solutions can address women's health concerns while empowering women to take control of their health.

Games Should Be Designed for Everyone

Gamers 50-plus want games that are designed with them in mind, especially games that allow them to adjust accessibility options.

Thoughts on End of Life: For Most, Concerns Do Not Equate to Action

This AARP survey of adults ages 45 and older explores concerns, attitudes, and experiences related to advance care planning and end of life.

AARP Vital Voices Research, 2022–2024

AARP Vital Voices Research explores the needs and interests of the 45+ population across the states.

Older Adults Have a Better Grasp on Beauty Than Advertisers

Older adults understand beauty better than younger cohorts, while the beauty industry has made necessary but insufficient progress, especially on diversity.

Support for Fiscal Commissions

Support for a fiscal commission to help reduce government debt drops dramatically if the commission could lead to cuts in Social Security and Medicare.

Financial Security Issues of Hispanic/Latina U.S. Women 45+

Many Hispanic/Latina U.S. women 45-plus agree that Social Security is an important government program, but they have concerns about its long-term solvency.

2024 Travel Trends

Travel budgets in 2024, on average, match 2023, but about half of older travelers anticipate spending more in 2024, the AARP 2024 Travel Trends survey found.

Americans 50+ Support the Affordable Connectivity Program

Most older adults (78%), Democrats and Republicans, support the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), but funding is in jeopardy unless Congress acts.

Interesting Stat

Seven in 10 women 50+ say the country is on the wrong track.

2024 She's the Difference: The Wildcard of the 2024 Election

Did You Know?

Globally, menopausal symptoms cost an estimated $150 billion in worker productivity.

The Economic Impact of Menopause: A Survey of Women 35+ and Employers

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