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Older Americans show alarming uptick in drug abuse

The study also shows a sharp rise during this period in the proportion of older Americans admissions related to illicit drug abuse — even though alcohol abuse is still the leading cause for admissions involving this age group.

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Older workers bring new purpose to volunteer work

Stuffing envelopes is out and meaningful work experience is in for a new generation of volunteers.

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Five tips for singles to plan a secure retirement

Single people get left out of the picture a lot when it comes to retirement. Typically it’s smiling couples who are shown contemplating their sunset years in ads, brochures and magazines.

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Dr. shortage affects aging Americans

Like many of his fellow geriatricians, Dr. Gary Blanchard of St. Vincent’s Hospital in Worcester has been keeping a leery eye on Jan. 1, 2011.

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