Autism rates have been climbing nationwide. (CDC)
Mom's Age Tied to Autism
Mothers over 40 face a significantly higher risk of having a child with autism than younger women, a new study shows. More
BLOG: Redwood Age's Healthy Ways


Panic Stop
Toyota plans to recall 300,000 Prius cars in the US and Japan.
Climate Bureau
A government agency on climate change is born.
Rights & Wrongs
Europe and the US complain of Iranian human rights abuses.
Growing Problem
The first lady takes on the challenge of childhood obesity.
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Anti-smoking Drug Risks
Chantix and Zyban, two drugs that may help you stop smoking, also pose risks that prompted FDA warnings and an FAA ban. More
BLOG: Simple Steps to Good Health
Obama's Challenge
GOP Cool to Bipartisanship
The president will host a bipartisan summit, but Republicans aren't exactly thrilled by the idea.
BLOG: Taming a Wild Deficit
Pensions Outperform 401(k)s
Traditional pensions earned more in good times and lost less in bad times than self-managed 401(k)s.
Deja Vu: Putting Off Retirement

BLOG: RA's Money Matters
The Underemployed: 16.5%
The nation's unemployment rate doesn't show how many Americans have given up hope of finding a job.
BLOG: Trimming the Deficit
Dizzying Choices for Elders
Boomers may have to help their parents choose from myriad Medicare plans before a government deadline.
PLUS: Boomer Volunteer Boom

BLOG: RA's Healthy Ways
Caregiving Time Hits Employers
Companies could save money by understanding workers who care for elders, a study finds.
PLUS: E-Z Living Homes

BLOG: Tips for Living Long
Elders Skimp on Health Care
Another survey finds cash-strapped older Americans are skimping on health care.
PLUS: Easing Lung Cancer Risk

BLOG: Toward Better Care
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