Do retirees have too much political clout in the U.S.? MARC AGRONIN: Not by a long shot. Consider the following facts: We currently spend upward of $10 billion annually for research into heart disease and cancer combined in the U.S., and it’s money well spent. In contrast, we spend only about $500 million on Alzheimer’s research—despite the fact … [Read more...] about Aging Baby Boomers Are About to Change the Political Math
Desperately Needed: More Geriatricians
What will the Affordable Care Act mean for retirees? MARC AGRONIN: Despite the outpouring of both ecstatic paeans and anguished teeth gnashing by pundits and doomsayers alike about the Affordable Care Act, there is no crystal ball large enough or clear enough to predict its ultimate impact on retirees. Whether Medicare will fall, limp along or be … [Read more...] about Desperately Needed: More Geriatricians
Miami Jewish Health Systems Marc Agronin, M.D. Wins National Award For Excellence in Geriatric Research and Education
MIAMI – LeadingAge, a national organization dedicated to making America a better place to grow old, has named Miami Jewish Health Systems, Marc Agronin, M.D., the recipient of its 2013 Excellence in Research and Education Award. The award annually recognizes individuals and non-profit organizations across the country that expands the world of … [Read more...] about Miami Jewish Health Systems Marc Agronin, M.D. Wins National Award For Excellence in Geriatric Research and Education
A Retirement Party Playlist With Hits From the 60s and 70s
My ideal retirement party playlist includes songs familiar to most baby boomers, many representing rock ‘n’ roll icons from the late 60s and 70s, that give voice to the exuberance of starting a new stage in life coupled with reflection (and a little bit of sadness) on what has already gone by. “When I’m 64” by The Beatles “Take It Easy” by The … [Read more...] about A Retirement Party Playlist With Hits From the 60s and 70s
In Picking a Retirement Destination, Don’t Forget Medical Care
Access to good medical care. Make certain there are good internists (preferably with geriatric experience), lots of specialists and a major medical center which specializes in both cardiology and oncology. Too many retirees end up moving away from a supposed paradise because of acute or chronic medical issues that require more intensive expertise … [Read more...] about In Picking a Retirement Destination, Don’t Forget Medical Care
A Great Online Guide for Retiree Travel
It’s easy to come up with lots of jaw-dropping beaches (after all, I live in Florida) but in terms of finding interesting and amazing places that you would certainly not known about, I recommend the Atlas Obscura website at www.atlasobscura.com. Billing itself as the “definitive guide to the world’s wondrous and curious places,” Atlas Obscura has … [Read more...] about A Great Online Guide for Retiree Travel
Before Retiring, Figure Out Your Mission
A key mistake is thinking about retirement only in financial terms. Too many people spend years fine-tuning their retirement portfolios but neglect to cultivate important personal assets that will give their lives meaning for the 20-to-30 years after they retire. Click Here To Read The Wall Street Journal Entry … [Read more...] about Before Retiring, Figure Out Your Mission
In Praise of McGovern, Prairie Sage
In Praise of McGovern, Prairie Sage Dr. Marc Agronin’s Blog is featured Huffington Post's Internet Newspaper. "So imagine a man who once sat in one of the highest seats of influence, listened to and lauded by millions, and only a step away from the most powerful position on the planet. During the 1972 presidential election this man was … [Read more...] about In Praise of McGovern, Prairie Sage
Studies raise hope in treatment of Alzheimer’s disease
Research subjects needed for possible preventive treatment By Kathleen Corso, ABC 10 News MIAMI - For the past few years, Ana Garazi has watched her mother vanish into the recesses of Alzheimer's disease. "We pretty much had a mom who very quickly, within a year, dropped from being like you and I to being like a chair," said … [Read more...] about Studies raise hope in treatment of Alzheimer’s disease
Do We Really Need a Village?
Do We Really Need a Village? Dr. Marc Agronin’s Blog is featured Huffington Post's Internet Newspaper. "Helen's story is commonplace. Sudden onset of shortness of breath in this 82-year-old widow forced a trip to the emergency room. One breathing treatment later Helen felt better, but ongoing weakness and suspicion of a heart attack forced … [Read more...] about Do We Really Need a Village?