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Health in Retirement
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Medical advances and a higher standard of living have had a positive effect
on mortality, and Americans are living longer. While no one likes to think about how an unexpected
illness can affect their health and lifestyle, the financial impact on retirement savings can be
substantial. If you were to become ill or disabled, are you prepared for the costs which may not
be covered? You don’t want to see all your hard-earned assets jeopardized by expensive medical costs
that you may not have planned for. Here's some key information that may be helpful:
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Understanding Medicare, Medigap and Medicaid
Nursing Homes and Assisted Living
What Your Health Care Doesn't Cover
The Impact of Unexpected Medical Costs
Keeping Your Brain and Your Body Strong
Life Insurance Products that Can Help
Learn More About Long-term Care
What Are Living Benefits?
States With Health Care Programs
Connecticut
Hawaii
Maine
Massachusetts
Vermont
Common Health Concerns
Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR)
Cancer
American Cancer Society
Diabetes
American Diabetes Association
Heart Disease and Stroke
American Heart Association
Additional Resources
Medicare and You 2009, a comprehensive handbook of coverage and information
Web MD Health Information and Tools
AARP - Symptom Checker
NIH Senior Health - A-Z Index of Health Topics
FDA Health Information for Seniors – articles and publications
Health for Seniors from USA.gov:
National Institutes of Health – Common Senior Health Issues
AARP - Using Medications Wisely
Nutrition for Seniors
Long Term Care and Disability Insurance are available through representatives who are independently
contracted with one or more insurers who provide these types of insurance policies. They are not underwritten by National Life
Insurance Company.
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