RFK Jr agenda suffers another loss as trans advocates hail ‘huge step forward’ Judge’s repeal of Trump ban on gender-affirming care for children ‘a meaningful win for patients’, experts say The Guardian - US · Apr 23
8 Critical Decisions You Need to Make Before the New 2027 Medicare ‘Plan Simplicity’ Rules Take Effect If you’re on Medicare (or about to be), you may want to pay close attention to what’s coming in 2027. Federal regulators are rolling out... Saving Advice · Apr 22
Trump team delays pilot program for Medicare to cover cost of ‘fat shot’ Without insurance or discounts, GLP-1 injectables can cost more than $1,000 per month The Independent UK · Apr 22
4 Hidden Costs in Zero-Premium Medicare Plans Zero-premium Medicare plans sound like a financial win right out of the gate. No monthly premium feels like a break, especially for retirees managing fixed incomes and rising healthcare costs. These plans, often offered through Medicare Advantage, promise coverage that looks similar to traditional Medicare but without that recurring bill. The Free Financial Advisor · Apr 22
Will Your Retirement Income Trigger the IRMAA This Year? (Plus, 6 Ways to Avoid it in the Future) Medicare costs can spike if your income triggers the income-related monthly adjustment amount. Here's what to expect in 2026 and how to avoid it in the future. Kiplinger · Apr 22
While it wasn’t his idea, Medicare helped make the mythos of Bob Hawke It was the big-picture reform that defined the Labor prime minister Bob Hawke and infuriated his opponents with its radical promise of a fairer, healthier society. The Conversation · Apr 22
The Medicare Card Scam: Why You Should Never Pay for a Replacement Card Under Any Circumstance If someone calls you saying you need to pay for a replacement Medicare card, hang up immediately—because it’s almost certainly a scam. This tactic has... Saving Advice · Apr 21
Dr. Oz announces a 50-state audit of Medicaid program oversight The Trump administration is requiring all 50 states to explain their plans to revalidate some Medicaid providers The Independent UK · Apr 21
UnitedHealth Stock Just Surged Into Overbought Territory. Is It Too Late to Bet on a Turnaround? UnitedHealth shares rally on strong Q1 earnings and impressive full-year guidance. Here’s why it isn’t too late to invest in UNH stock yet. Barchart · Apr 21
Trump wants $1.5tn for the Pentagon – and cuts to healthcare and housing The president’s proposed $445bn increase in military spending would batter popular domestic programs as millions struggle The Guardian - US · Apr 21
5 Ways Retirees Accidentally Reduce Their Social Security Checks Claiming early, working too much or triggering taxes can cut Social Security benefits. Learn the common mistakes retirees make -- and how to avoid them. GOBankingRates · Apr 21
The 1.3 Million List: Why Medicare Is Replacing ID Numbers for 1.3 Million Enrollees If you’ve heard about new Medicare cards showing up in mailboxes across the country, you’re not imagining things. In 2026, about 1.3 million Medicare beneficiaries... Saving Advice · Apr 20
6 Insurance Changes That Can Increase Costs in Retirement Retirement should feel like a reward, not a financial puzzle filled with surprise expenses. Yet insurance costs often shift in ways that catch people off guard right when they expect stability the most. Small changes in coverage, timing, or provider choices can quietly drain a fixed income over time. The Free Financial Advisor · Apr 20
Social Security Updates: Retirees Who Get More — and Who Misses Out Recent Social Security updates mean higher benefits for some retirees but less for others, depending on income, claiming age and work history. GOBankingRates · Apr 20
Reason · Apr 19 "Unserious Leaders Are Unsafe," Opines a Federal Judge About RFK, Jr. That's the opening line from yesterday's Oregon v. Kennedy, by Judge Mustafa Kasubhai (D. Or.) (the only federal judge I've… The post "Unserious Leaders Are Unsafe," Opines a Federal Judge About RFK, Jr. appeared first on Reason.com.
The Conversation · Apr 19 Built to last? History shows us the art of reform that’s both bold and enduring Reform, while never an easy task, is probably more difficult now than it used to be. Not only is declining trust a problem, belief in governments’ ability and willingness to affect real change is also in decline.
Saving Advice · Apr 19 The $345,000 Reality: What the Average Retiree Will Spend on Healthcare After Age 65 If you think healthcare in retirement will be manageable, the numbers may surprise you. Recent estimates show that the average 65-year-old couple could need around...
The Guardian - US · Apr 19 Falling fertility, debt and AI: is the US headed toward a population crisis? Americans having fewer kids plus an ageing population could be a recipe for disaster that further erodes social stability
Saving Advice · Apr 18 Your 2026 Medicare Advantage Plan May Deny Your Next ‘Emergency’ MRI-Here’s Why If you’ve ever rushed to the ER or urgent care with severe pain, dizziness, or a possible stroke, you probably assumed your insurance would cover...
Kiplinger · Apr 18 The New Retirement Math: How an Active Lifestyle Can Lower Your 2026 Taxes Avoid rising IRMAA surcharges and discover how volunteering and part-time work keep more of your Social Security benefits tax-free.
The Free Financial Advisor · Apr 17 4 Medicare Advantage Changes That Could Affect Your Doctor Access If you’ve ever assumed your doctor would always be just a phone call away, Medicare Advantage plans might surprise you. These plans can shift quietly from year to year, and those changes can directly impact which doctors you can see—and how easily you can see them.
Kiplinger · Apr 17 Is a Roth Conversion Right For You? 3 Questions to Ask First Don't let a Roth conversion backfire. Learn the 3 questions every investor needs to ask about tax brackets, liquidity and asset allocation before making the move.
Latin Times · Apr 16 (VIDEO) Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Says He Never Called for Black Children to Be 'Re-Parented' :There is a Recording Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. turned a House hearing on health policy and the Trump administration's proposed 2027 budget into one of the sharpest Capitol Hill clashes of the day on Thursday after he denied ever saying Black children taking ADHD medication should be "re-parented," only…
International Business Times · Apr 16 Drugmakers Raised Prices On Hundreds Of Medicines After Political Pressure, Senate Democrats Say A group of major pharmaceutical companies raised the list prices of hundreds of prescription drugs in the years following Trump administration-era pricing agreements, according to a new Senate Democratic investigation.
Fortune · Apr 16 Trump has no plan to cut the $39 trillion national debt, but he does want to cut childcare. His budget director is scrambling to clarify OMB Director Russell Vought appeared before Congress to answer questions about the request for the largest military spending boost since World War II.