About Today: Life at 90 in America

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Today Longer life expectancies are a good "problem" to have. As our Guide to US Government Info points out, however, ever-longer lifespans mark a change to American society that requires careful thought and attention. Life at 90 in America A new report from the US Census Bureau states that the number of persons aged 90 or older has almost tripled since 1980, and will increase to more than 7.6 million over the next 40 years. How will that impact government benefit programs like Social Security and Medicare? How to Live Longer for Men How to Live Longer for Women See More About:  social security  medicare  life expectancy The Future of Social Security It seems like many people in my under-35 age bracket are skeptical that aid programs such as Social Security will still be intact by the time we reach retirement age--and with good reason. Will it actually go belly up? Applying for SS Benefits Federal Benefit & Assistance Programs See More About:  social security  federal benefit programs  medicare Understanding the Aging Process What, exactly, happens to our bodies as we age? Our Guide to Longevity sheds some light on the process the National Institutes of Health call 'one of nature's least understood.' The Anti-Aging Diet What Role Do Vitamins and Supplements Play? See More About:  theories of aging  how we age  how body systems age Senior-Friendly Travel Destinations in the US Longer lives means more time to travel: here are some of the top budget destinations in the US for seniors. Tour Group Pros & Cons Tours & Cruises for Single Seniors See More About:  us travel  budget travel  Today Ads Anti Aging Government Jobs Social Security Senior Citizens America Tours Featured Articles Save on Household Expenses Teach a Puppy to Sit Top Online Job Boards Our Best Brownie Recipes 10 Classic Jazz Singers How to Build a Wine Rack   More from About.com Top 10 Skin Myths How do you know the information and advice you get about your skin is true? Start with this article, which debunks some of the the most persistent myths out there. More> Learn a New Hobby Are you thinking about taking up a new hobby? From chess to painting to birdwatching, this comprehensive list provides a wide variety of options, to suit all sorts of interests. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement