HRS in the News

Since the study began in 1990, over 400 news articles have been published on the Health and Retirement Study and on research based on the HRS data.

Physically active older veterans fall more, but hurt themselves less
Michigan News, April 14, 2020
Cardiovascular Disease and Cumulative Incidence of Cognitive Impairment: Longitudinal Findings from The Health and Retirement Study
DocWire News, March 23, 2020
Depression symptoms increase over last year of life
Reuters, November 13, 2019
Being happier will help you live longer, so learn how to be happier
CNN, October 5, 2019
Dementia: Study reveals ‘surprising’ lifestyle factor - how to lower your risk
Express, September 12, 2019
Low grip strength linked to impaired cognition, memory loss in older Americans
Michigan News, August 21, 2019
Religious involvement may improve cognitive health
Michigan News, August 15, 2019
Women who work for a salary see slower memory decline in old age, reducing their risk of dementia, a new study suggests
The Washington Post, July 15, 2019
People Who Survive Cancer May Be Less Likely to Develop Alzheimer’s
Healthline, June 23, 2019
Middle-income seniors risk falling through cracks in housing market
The Washington Post, May 28, 2019
A sense of purpose could prolong your life
Quartz, May 25, 2019
Childhood trauma tied to tooth loss later in life
Michigan News, May 24, 2019
Seniors who feel their life has purpose may live longer
Reuters, May 24, 2019
Can the Mediterranean Diet delay or prevent dementia?
Next Avenue, May 20, 2019
Retirees say, "We're doing okay." Experts refuse to listen.
Forbes, May 20, 2019
The life-changing magic of working a bit longer
NerdWallet, May 16, 2019
Why Working Till Whenever Is a Risky Retirement Strategy
The New York Times, May 16, 2019
Many Americans will need long-term care. Most won’t be able to afford it.
The New York Times, May 10, 2019
Peak performance: Use early career wage gains to supercharge retirement savings
NerdWallet, April 29, 2019
Even ‘top earners’ still might not be prepared for retirement
CNBC, April 16, 2019