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Don’t Wait Until 2033: The Ugly Medicare Trust Fund Truths Missing From Your Budget

Retirement planning often feels like balancing on shifting ground, especially when healthcare costs enter the picture. Medicare plays a central role in that balance, yet its funding structure rarely gets a close look until headlines raise questions. The latest projections from federal reports, including the CMS Office of the Actuary…

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‘Good teeth, you’re deadly inside and outside’: here’s what Indigenous people told us about oral health

When it comes to health care in Australia, the mouth is too often considered separate to the rest of the body. Medicare doesn’t cover a trip to the dentist in the same way it covers other types of health care.

The Conversation

Health care fraud: Medicare fraud worth over $6.5 billion exposed as Justice Department announces criminal charges against 455 people

Healthcare fraud has been a long-running Justice Department priority and news conferences announcing roundups and crackdowns have been common occurrences across the years.

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DOJ charges 455 in $6.5B healthcare fraud crackdown

In Florida, a heart doctor, Jason Finkelstein, 53, faces charges in an $89 million healthcare fraud scheme

The Independent UK

The $50 GLP-1 Bridge: How to Get Affordable Weight-Loss Meds Starting July 1

Beginning July 1, qualifying Medicare recipients will be able to take weight-loss drugs for $50 per month through the new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program. However,...

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New Study Finds Homeowners Over 65 Lose $20K When Selling Their Homes

Older homeowners are getting less for their homes when they sell, according to a new study, raising important questions about retirement income and taxes.

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How the FBI Hunted Down $3.7B Medicare 'Mastermind' Ibrahim Khaldoon Hilmi Hiding Out in Turkey

Ibrahim Khaldoon Hilmi, accused of a $3.7 billion Medicare fraud, has been extradited from Turkey to the US, marking a significant development in the case.

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H.R. 1 Ends Medicaid on October 1 2026 and Medicare on January 2027 for Hundreds of Thousands of Legal Immigrants

H.R. 1 ends Medicaid for refugees, asylees, and other lawfully present immigrants October 1, 2026. Current Medicare enrollees outside permitted categories lose coverage January 4, 2027.

Medical Daily

FTC Says Government-Imposter Scams Up 40% and Cost Victims $3.5 Billion — Spot the Red Flags Before You Pay

Have you ever received a text or unexpected message from a government agency (like the IRS)? Well, join the club. A growing number of Americans...

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Mental Health Is Now the Top Telehealth Diagnosis Across Every U.S. Age Group and Region New FAIR Health Data Show

FAIR Health Q1 2026 data show mental health is the top telehealth diagnosis in every U.S. age group and region, with 52.1% of patients receiving mental health diagnoses.

Medical Daily

7 Insurance Gaps That Often Appear After Retirement

Retirement brings a welcome shift in priorities. The daily commute disappears, work schedules loosen up, and more time opens up for hobbies, family, and travel. Yet while many retirees spend years preparing their investment portfolios and savings accounts, insurance coverage often receives far less attention.

The Free Financial Advisor

Wealth Wise: Bridging the Healthcare Age Gap for Military Couples with TRICARE and Medicare

In our retirement advice column, Wealth Wise, our reader turns 65 a year before a spouse. Here's how to seamlessly bridge the age gap using veteran benefits.

Kiplinger

Research Shows GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs May Weaken Bones — What Older Adults Should Ask Their Doctor

Around 9% of adults in the United States (65 and older) have reportedly used GLP-1s like Ozempic and Wegovy. As more people have used these...

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What a Medicare Part A Funding Shortfall Could Mean for Seniors Over the Next Decade

Following the release of the Trustees Report for Social Security and Medicare this year, many seniors have questions about the future of the two programs....

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6 Medicare Trust Fund Facts Retirees Should Know Before Changing Their Budget

Retirement budgets often look solid on paper until healthcare costs enter the conversation. A grocery bill might stay fairly predictable, but Medicare expenses and future program changes can influence everything from monthly spending to long-term savings strategies.

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6 Ways Working After Retirement Can Change Your Social Security, Medicare, and Tax Bill

In the United States today, retirement doesn’t mean completely leaving the workforce anymore. Actually, 1 in 5 Americans 65+ still works in a part-time or...

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7 Things the 2026 Trustees Report Actually Means for Seniors Counting on Social Security

The 2026 Trustees Reports for both Social Security and Medicare were released by the U.S. Department of the Treasury on June 9, 2026. This report...

The Conversation

Friday essay: I had to crowdfund my cancer treatment in Australia’s ‘universal’ health-care system

Economic hardship is a lingering consequence of Brooke’s breast cancer treatment, more than 30 years ago – which she paid for by selling her wedding ring. The treatment left her debilitated, fatigued and unable to work for some time. Friends brought groceries and the Cancer Council provided some financial support,…

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FAIR Health Data Shows 52% of Telehealth Patients Received Mental Health Diagnoses in Q1 2026 Across All Ages

FAIR Health Q1 2026 data released June 15: telehealth up 10.1%; 52.1% of patients received mental health diagnoses — #1 in every age group and every U.S. region.

Tom’s Guide

AI scams are targeting more seniors than ever — these 7 safety tips can keep them safe

With the vast majority of senior citizens falling victim to AI scams, it’s best to keep these seven tips in mind to protect them from future disasters.

Medical Daily

Genicular Artery Embolization Delivered 12 Months of Knee Arthritis Pain Relief without Surgery in Nearly 200 Patients

Radiology study June 16, 2026: genicular artery embolization with resorbable microspheres delivered 12 months of significant pain relief and improved mobility in ~200 OA patients.

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7 Medicare IRMAA Triggers That Can Raise Your Premiums Two Years Later

Many retirees assume their Medicare premiums will remain relatively stable from year to year. Then a surprise letter arrives showing higher Medicare Part B and...

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How the 2026 Medicare Part D Out-of-Pocket Cap Changes Prescription Budgeting

A 2024 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) showed that 9 in 10 older adults rely on prescription drugs to maintain...

Fortune

‘Social Security is on a collision course toward insolvency,’ watchdog says. It hasn’t been this bad since 1983

The 2026 Social Security Trustees’ Report finds the worst financial outlook in nearly half a century—and a new law signed this year made things worse.

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6 Required Minimum Distribution Rules Retirees Should Recheck Before Year-End

One of the most costly mistakes retirees can make is not knowing the rules regarding Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs). The IRS has a set of...

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