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.

Sexism could put women at higher risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia, says study
Fast Company, December 20, 2024
Sexism Is a Risk Factor for Memory Decline Among Women
Irving Medical Center, Columbia University, December 18, 2024
Having These 12 Signs At 60 May Reveal Increased Dementia Risk
Huffington Post, December 17, 2024
Lifestyle choices at 60 linked to dementia risk decades later, study shows
ABC News, December 3, 2024
Frailty is a ‘strong’ risk factor for dementia
Springer Medicine, November 28, 2024
Social Isolation Linked to Increased Mortality in Patients With COPD
American Journal of Managed Care, November 26, 2024
Earlier Diabetes Diagnosis Linked to Dementia Risk
New York University , November 19, 2024
For Older Unmarried Couples, Caregiving Obligations Can Be Murky
The New York Times, November 10, 2024
Many Medicare beneficiaries are one hospital visit away from poverty
Penn Today, University of Pennsylvania, November 6, 2024
The Cognitive Benefits of Being an Active Grandparent
Psychology Today, November 5, 2024
How Undiagnosed Cognitive Decline Eats Into Seniors’ Retirement Savings
The Wall Street Journal, November 3, 2024
Sleep apnea contributes to dementia in older adults, especially women
Michigan Medicine, University of Michigan, October 29, 2024
Four from U-M elected to National Academy of Medicine
The University Record, University of Michigan, October 21, 2024
We heard from 1,000 older Americans: Here are some of their biggest regrets
Business Insider, October 20, 2024
Smaller vial size for Alzheimer’s drug could save Medicare hundreds of millions per year
UCLA Health, October 14, 2024
Data analysis shows poor long-term cognitive, physical outcomes after prolonged hospitalization
National Institute on Aging, October 10, 2024
Baby boomers living longer, but in poorer health than previous generations
University College London, October 7, 2024
Childhood trauma echoes into final years: Deepens end-of-life pain, mental health struggles
Michigan News, University of Michigan, October 3, 2024
Health, wealth intertwined with retirement satisfaction: analysis
McKnights , September 23, 2024
Economic Security of Older Women
Issue Briefs, September 20, 2024