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Weekly News Quiz

Did you read about Michelle Obama, disability benefits and more?


a man throwing a disc at a disc golf course
Courtesy Smugglers’ Notch Resort

This quiz was compiled and created using generative AI. It was reviewed and refined by editors before publication.

Question 1 of 9

What’s a simple way to get more out of a doctor’s visit when you’re managing Parkinson’s disease?​

Experts say that, whenever possible, bring a loved one to your appointments. They can help take notes, remind you later what the doctor said and remind you of anything you wanted to discuss. ​

Question 2 of 9

If eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits were reduced by 10 percent, about how many fewer people would receive payments over the next decade, according to one analysis?​

Policies that reduce SSDI eligibility by just 10 percent would result in about 750,000 fewer people receiving benefits for all or part of the next decade. A recent analysis by the Urban Institute reports that the Social Security Administration is drafting rule changes that could lessen the weight the agency gives to age in considering applications for SSDI and Supplemental Security Income. Those are the two Social Security–administered benefits for people whose ability to work is limited by a severe medical condition.​

Question 3 of 9

In disc golf, what is the age of the oldest competitive division recognized by the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA)?​

Disc golf is an inclusive sport: The oldest division in the PDGA is for those 80‑plus. Disc golf — a variation of ball golf except with discs (Frisbee-like gear, but the correct terminology is “disc”) — is growing in popularity among people who are 50-plus because it’s low-cost, gentle on the body, easy to learn and accessible. Players say one of the sport’s biggest perks is the setting — bucolic and forested courses that are often in parks and free to play.

Question 4 of 9

Which retailer typically rolls out the first round of Black Friday deals in the second week of November?​

Walmart typically offers the first round of its Black Friday deals the second week of November. Black Friday has evolved into more of a Black Friday season. The best deals aren’t limited to the Friday after Thanksgiving anymore — retailers are spreading them throughout November to capture early holiday shoppers.

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Question 5 of 9

What’s the most commonly reported sign that you may have a kidney stone?​

Pain in your lower back, also called flank pain, is the most commonly reported sign of kidney stones. This pain occurs just under your rib. The pain generally moves from the upper part of your midsection (loin) down to your groin (from torso to thigh). 

Question 6 of 9

Which former first lady recently embraced her natural gray hair in a public appearance?​

“I’m not wincing at my gray hairs, but I am coloring them,” the 61-year-old told people.com in a recent interview. A New York Times best-selling author, Obama released a new book, The Look, on Nov. 4. It chronicles her style choices over the years. 

Question 7 of 9

What is one exercise tip recommended to help prevent pickleball injuries?​

Strengthening your hips and glutes can help stabilize your body and reduce the risk of injury during pickleball. The benefits of pickleball are numerous, from exercise and mental acuity to social connection and purpose. Pickleball is categorized as a low-impact and mild-intensity sport, but pickleball injuries are growing. 

Question 8 of 9

Which medication was recalled in late October because of possible contamination?

Two pharmaceutical companies have issued voluntary nationwide recalls of prazosin hydrochloride capsules because the pills contain an impurity in amounts that exceed the acceptable safety limit, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

Question 9 of 9

According to recent research, which personality trait is linked to living longer?

There’s solid, consistent research that says people who are higher on the conscientiousness scale — responsible, organized and productive — tend to have better health outcomes, including a lower risk of dementia and heart disease, plus longer lives.

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