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Health

A Medicare prescription payment plan can help seniors afford their medications, but few know about it, say Philly researchers

The Medicare Prescription Payment Plan allows seniors to spread the cost of their prescriptions as monthly payments throughout the year.

5 days ago

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Community

Homeownership rates among Philadelphia seniors remains high, but older renters face heavier cost burden

Some older Philadelphians are turning to each other for support in finding affordable housing options as they age.

2 weeks ago

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Studio 2
Health

The science and history of exercise

In a world where influencers tout magical fitness formulas and new workout gadgets are unveiled seemingly every day, what really matters when it comes to staying in shape?

Air Date: February 5, 2026 1:00 pm

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Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Reimagining society for seniors

By 2030, seniors will make up a fifth of the entire US population. How can policy makers not just adapt to, but capitalize on the changing demographics?

Air Date: January 22, 2026 12:00 pm

Listen 51:12
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The Pulse
Health

The Weird Menopause Symptoms No One Ever Told You About — And How to Treat Them

We take a deep dive into perimenopause and menopause – and the latest research on how to manage and treat symptoms.

Air Date: January 16, 2026

Listen 49:34
The scene of a fire at a Bucks County nursing home
Courts & Law

Lawsuit claims Bristol Township explosion could’ve been prevented; nursing home, PECO failed to protect people

The lawsuit filed against PECO and the company operating the Bristol Health and Rehabilitation Center says both companies failed to evacuate residents, staff and visitors.

2 months ago

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Members of Philadelphia Double Dutch club in practice
Community

These older Philadelphia women are returning to their childhoods and jumping double Dutch to stay fit as they age

Members of the 40+ Double Dutch subclub in the West Oak Lane neighborhood celebrate aging, fitness and sisterhood during weekly meetups.

2 months ago

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Senior couple organizing items in the home attic
Studio 2
Lifestyle

How to declutter your home

What do we really need, and how can we get rid of clutter? What’s the line between memorabilia and trash?

Air Date: December 22, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:17
Many booths advertised help with Medicare
Health

More than 400,000 Pa. seniors are expected to save with lower Medicare drug prices in 2026

Pennsylvanians will see their out-of-pocket costs for 10 medications drop by 53% on average, according to a new AARP report.

2 months ago

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Billy Penn
Community
Billy Penn

What can older adults do to overcome isolation during winter?

From shorter days to colder weather, winter is tough on everyone, but especially seniors. Here’s what to do, and why it’s so important.

2 months ago

Studio 2
Lifestyle

How the beauty industry is changing society

The global beauty industry is worth $450 billion dollars and it's growing year after year. What's driving the beauty boom?

Air Date: December 11, 2025

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Scammers and fraudsters have found numerous ways to convince us they're real. So, how do you make sure not to fall victim to scams?
Studio 2
Money

Inside the $16B scam industry

Fake water bills and phantom UPS deliveries are nearly unavoidable. And now with AI, scams are just getting more sophisticated. How do we avoid becoming a victim?

Air Date: November 25, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:27
Bob Meyer looks into a microscope
Science

How Philadelphia seniors are tracking microplastics in streams and working to ‘leave a better world’

Members of the Senior Environment Corps wade into streams, peer through microscopes and teach kids how to identify aquatic critters.

4 months ago

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Congregate meals bring senior center members together
Community
Billy Penn

Community garden feeds aging adults’ need for good nutrition and good company

Gardening clubs and nutrition programs are just a few of the supports the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging offers to seniors in the city.

4 months ago

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Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2025: What you need to know about casting your ballot as an older adult in the governor’s race

Older adults, who are also the most consistent voting bloc, have cited affordability as a top concern.

4 months ago

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