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.

Why everyone should save like they’re going to retire early
MarketWatch, April 12, 2019
How these grandparents became America’s unofficial social safety net
The Washington Post, March 23, 2019
Working to 70 is not an easy fix to the retirement crisis
Reuters, January 30, 2019
Married people walk faster and have stronger grip, new study says
CNN, January 24, 2019
This job challenge should scare older workers
CNBC, January 5, 2019
Age discrimination is more common than you think. Why aren’t we doing anything about it?
The Washington Post, January 3, 2019
Channel anxiety to avoid bad investment decisions
CNBC, April 11, 2018
Why do 37% of older workers retire earlier than planned?
Marketwatch, February 28, 2019
How We Measured Involuntary Job Losses Among Older Workers
ProPublica, December 28, 2018
If You’re Over 50, Chances Are the Decision to Leave a Job Won’t be Yours
ProPublica, December 28, 2018
Depression And Anxiety Linked To Higher Risk Of Other Major Health Conditions, Suggests New Study
Forbes, December 17, 2018
There's More Than One Way To Retire
Forbes, December 5, 2018
The Myth of Steady Retirement Spending, and Why Reality May Cost Less
The New York Times, November 29, 2018
Volunteering has some surprising health benefits. Here's how to find the right project for you.
NBCNews.com, November 7, 2018
Happy Childhood Memories May Boost Physical and Mental Health in Later Life
Newsweek, November 5, 2018
Want To Keep Your Brain Sharp? Take Care Of Your Eyes And Ears
Shots: Health News from NPR, October 22, 2018
4 Big Benefits of a Roth IRA
The Motley Fool, October 16, 2018
1 in 6 older black people have been homeless at some point in their life, study finds
The Washington Post, October 9, 2018
It’s better to be born rich than gifted
The Washington Post, October 9, 2018
People with Weak Muscles Are More Likely to Die Early, Says Study
Men's Health/Hearst, August 28, 2018