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Public Health Policy

Public-health policy decides how societies protect wellbeing, from healthcare funding to prevention. This page tracks the debates and decisions shaping it, aggregated from health and policy desks and refreshed regularly.

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Red blood cells inspire next-generation therapeutic nanocarriers

Red blood cells serve as the foundation for nanocarriers that show promise in a new study as effective and efficient vehicles for gene therapy, tumor targeting and other medical treatments. Scientists at The Ohio State University have showed that the engineered extracellular vesicles could evade immune cells and target cancer cells, two capabilities that could improve the delivery of future therapies. The study is published in Advanced Healthcare…

 •  Phys.org
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The 5 Pillars of a Fulfilling Retirement (and They Don't Include Savings, Healthcare Costs or Social Security)

While a solid financial plan tells you if you can afford to retire, a "second checklist" focused on purpose, relationships and well-being is also important. Tom retired at 67 after 35 years as a CFO. He spent his career managing risk with precision and applied the same discipline to his retirement finances. His savings are solid, his withdrawal strategy is documented, and his estate plan is current. He walks every morning and sees his doctor twic…

 •  Kiplinger

Thrive in Your First Year of Retirement

As a record number of Americans turn 65, staying flexible — in your finances and your plans — will be key to achieving your best post-work life. After…

 •  Kiplinger