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Weekly News Quiz

Test your knowledge of AARP’s big stories


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Rob Dobi

This quiz was created with generative AI. It was reviewed by editors before publication.

Question 1 of 8

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has green-lit two blood tests that can help doctors diagnose Alzheimer’s disease, which, as the most common form of dementia, affects more than 7 million older Americans. The newly cleared blood tests for Alzheimer’s are intended for whom?

The newly approved blood tests are only meant for older adults who are experiencing symptoms of Alzheimer’s. What’s more, the FDA says the results should be used in conjunction with “other clinical evaluations or additional tests” to determine treatment options.​

Question 2 of 8

Everyone makes mistakes. But if you discover an error on your federal tax return before April 15, what’s the recommended way to fix it?

If you notice a mistake on your 2025 return after you submit it and it’s before April 15, you can file a superseding return to correct the error. The superseding return will replace the original.​

Question 3 of 8

Under a new pilot program, original Medicare will now use AI to help determine prior authorization for how many devices, procedures and services this year?

An estimated 6.4 million beneficiaries in six states now need approval before original Medicare will pay for certain equipment, services and supplies that their doctors recommend. The pilot program will target 13 devices, procedures and services this year.​

Question 4 of 8

Adult-onset asthma is often overlooked, in part because people assume asthma is something that is diagnosed during childhood. Which sign most strongly points to adult‑onset asthma rather than allergies alone?

Key warning signs of adult-onset asthma include persistent shortness of breath, chest tightness, wheezing and recurrent coughing, especially at night, with exertion or after respiratory infections.

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Question 5 of 8

Which long‑running reality show just returned for its landmark 50th season?

CBS’s juggernaut reality TV show returns for a remarkable 50th season that promises to be its wildest ever.​

Question 6 of 8

People in or near retirement should try to hold money in reserve for at least how many years’ worth of essential costs, roughly?

If you’re in or near retirement, a prolonged economic downturn just as you stop working might force you to sell investments near a market bottom. If at all possible, try to build savings equal to five years or more of essential costs, one expert recommends.​

Question 7 of 8

Eric Dane, the celebrated actor who later in life became an advocate for ALS awareness, recently died at age 53. In which medical drama did he play a doctor nicknamed “McSteamy”?

Dane’s big break came when he was cast in Grey’s Anatomy as Dr. Mark Sloan, a.k.a. Dr. McSteamy, a character he would play from 2006 until 2012 and reprise in 2021. In 2019 he did a complete 180 and became Cal Jacobs, a troubled married man, in HBO’s provocative drama Euphoria. He stayed in that role up until his death.​​

Question 8 of 8

True or false: Talking about your money worries— with no advice in return and without sharing details that are too specific— can help reduce anxiety.

New research indicates that opening up about your money worries can help reduce anxiety— even if your audience consists of strangers on the internet, and even if you get no advice in response.​

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