Colorado’s Median Age is Nearing 40 — and Getting Older. Here’s What That Looks Like. | The Colorado Sun

Colorado has long been one of the “youngest” states in the country as measured by median age of its population, but that’s changing as birth rates and migration into the state have declined. The Centennial State’s median age has crept up to 37.9 years old, which is still one of the lowest in the nation, but our state is now aging at the third-fastest rate.

New Bill Would Lower Age to Contribute to 401(k)s to 18 from 21. What You Need to Know | Kiplinger

Federal lawmakers have reintroduced a bill that seeks to expand access to employer-based retirement plans like 401(k)s for younger workers. The Helping Young Americans Save for Retirement Act would lower the minimum required age to 18 from 21 and make it easier for employers to offer plans to those workers.

What to Know about the First FDA-Cleared Blood Test for Alzheimer’s Disease | AARP

The Food and Drug Administration has for the first time given approval to a blood test that can help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease. Diagnosing Alzheimer’s traditionally involves brain imaging and invasive procedures like lumbar punctures, so doctors hope a simple blood test will make it easier to identify the disease.  

5 Subtle Signs You’re Aging Well, According to Longevity Experts | Real Simple

We hear a lot about aging and some of the health concerns and other issues that can arise, but how do you know you’re aging well? Here are five things that medical experts say are good signs you’re living your best life as you get older.

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