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Medicare is federally funded health insurance for Americans over 65. But choosing the right program can be stressful and complicated, and finding good advice is harder than you might expect. We’ll get the information you need to know, from Martha Khlopin, Medicare expert, nationally syndicated radio host, and founder of Get2insurance.com

Many worthwhile organizations are supported by generous Americans. If you contribute to one or more non profit charities, you may not be aware of the benefits of planned philanthropy. We'll get helpful advice from Les Winston, expert in philanthropic financial planning, and founder of SocialSecharity.org.

Nancy Altman, co-author of "Social Security Works for Everyone: Protecting and Expanding America’s Most Popular Social Program," is confident in the program’s future, despite the fact that the Social Security trust fund is projected to run short of funds beginning in 2034.

Then, living in a noisy environment can be irritating, but it can also impact your health--even increasing the odds of having a heart attack or stroke. Abel E. Moreyra, MD, Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiovascular Disease and Hypertension at the Rutgers University-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, explains the potential reasons behind it.

Many parents know that reading aloud to their children can help their development. Leonie Segal, PhD, from the Foundation Chair of Health Economics and Social Policy at the School of Health Sciences at the University of South Australia, led research that shows that reading aloud can also triple a child's resilience at school, particularly those kids who have suffered maltreatment or neglect.

A research study found a program to help families at risk for child maltreatment has successfully kept kids out of foster care. Michelle Johnson-Motoyama, PhD, Associate Professor at Ohio State University's College of Social Work, will explain.

If you sometimes feel lonely or have negative thoughts, a recent study reveals a proven way to be more positive and feel less lonely. John Dattilo, PhD, Professor of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management at Penn State University, share the surprising secret.

Many Americans would like to downsize or simply get rid of the clutter that surrounds them and in some cases limits their progress in life. If you're ready to bust the clutter, Matt Paxton, decluttering and downsizing expert, host of the Emmy-nominated PBS series "Legacy List with Matt Paxton," author of "Keep the Memories, Lose the Stuff: Declutter, Downsize, and Move Forward with Your Life," has smart advice for you.

We'll look at the effectiveness of a US National Parks program called "Every Kid Outdoors," which gives families with fourth graders free access to national parks for one year. Camilla Hodge, PhD, Professor in the Brigham Young University Marriott School of Business, explains the strengths and weaknesses of the program.

Then, personal finance blogger Nick Maggiulli, the author of "Just Keep Buying: Proven Ways to Save Money and Build Your Wealth," shares tips that can perk up your financial outlook. His advice? Just buy now!

A recent medical study had disturbing findings: life expectancy for Americans is dropping, and our nation had the worst results among over 20 high income countries. What are the the reasons? Steven H. Woolf, MD, MPH, Director Emeritus and Senior Advisor in the Center on Society and Health, Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Population Health at the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, discusses his alarming research.

A recent Veterans Administration study found that rural veterans with mental-health issues were likelier to get online treatment after receiving iPads. Kritee Gujral, PhD, Research Health Economist in the Health Economics Resource Center of the Veterans Administration Palo Alto Health Care System, says the results are promising.

Only 10% of today's teens get enough sleep, thanks to omnipresent screens, academic overload, night owl biology and early school start times. Heather Turgeon, MFT, co-author of "Generation Sleepless: Why Tweens And Teens Aren't Sleeping Enough And How We Can Help Them," offers advice for parents.

Many prison inmates can get vocational training and other forms of education behind bars. But after serving their sentence, those prison credentials can limit their chances with employers. Sadé Lindsay, PhD, sociologist in the Cornell Brooks School of Public Policy at Cornell University shares her fascinating findings.

Is it okay to be negative once in a while? We'll explore what psychotherapist Whitney Goodman, author of "Toxic Positivity: Keeping It Real in a World Obsessed With Being Happy," outlines ways to work through difficult emotions.

Home construction and repair prices are soaring. That's reflected in the rising cost of homeowners insurance premiums. Loretta Worters from the Insurance Information Institute explains how you can determine if you have the right amount of insurance.

Minda Harts, author of "You Are More Than Magic: The Black and Brown Girls' Guide to Finding Your Voice," has helpful advice for young women of color looking to find their voice, as they prepare for high school college and the job market.

You accept a job offer based on promises made by the recruiter, only to find out the job is nothing like you expected. Rebecca Knight, senior correspondent for Insider, offers tips to help you avoid this dilemma.

Some of the most common drugs we take to relieve pain or fever have an effect one way or another on our immune systems. Christina Abdel-Shaheed, PhD, Early Career Development Fellow at the School of Public Health at University of Sydney, Australia, will explain what you need to know.

In recent months, prices for new and used cars have skyrocketed to historic levels, with no end in sight. Car buying expert Tom McParland, from the car buying service Auto Match Consulting, explains the reasons behind the sticker shock and has advice to help you get the car you need.