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COSTS GETTING IN THE WAY
U.S. adults understand that dental health is linked to overall health, but many skip dental visits because of the expense.
AN OUNCE OF PREVENTION
Vaccination Adoption Varies for Older Adults
Vaccination adoption varies among older adults for flu, pneumonia, Tdap, and shingles.
Older Adults Concerned About Drug Prices
Prescription Drugs Prices Are Too High, Say Older Adults
Prescription drug prices are too high, according to older adults. They want legislators to address this issue.
Supplements? Save Your Money, Honey!
Brain Health and Dietary Supplements: Where's the Evidence?
Survey of adults age 18 and older on their knowledge and use of vitamins and dietary supplements, including reasons for use.
Voters 50+ Concerned About Drug Costs
AARP asked voters ages 50+ about their experience with prescription drugs and their opinions on proposals for reducing drug costs.
FOCUS ON HEARING HEALTH
Older Adults Not Concerned About Hearing Health
Survey of U.S. adults ages 45 and older focused on attitudes and behaviors related to hearing and hearing health.
COPING WITH STRESS
2018 AARP Brain Health and Mental Well-Being Survey
Relationship between stress, coping style, mental health measures and routine activities is explored in this survey of adults 18+.
BRAIN DISEASE AWARENESS
Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Awareness Poll 2018
Awareness of several Alzheimer’s disease and dementia characteristics is low among adults age 18+.
HEALTHCARE EDUCATION
Menopause Experiences: Providers Can Do Better
Women’s experiences in menopause are diverse but opportunities exist for greater education, particularly in healthcare settings.
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