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Andrea King Collier

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Andrea King Collier is a journalist and author based in Lansing, Mich.

An older couple, dressed up and smiling. Next Avenue, finances, social security

We're Getting Our Financial Acts Together: Stressed About Social Security

It's a complicated topic, and after much research, we've decided to seek advice
March 24, 2022
A women with curly hair sitting on a staircase in her home. Next Avenue,

We're Getting Our Financial Act Together in 2021 — Step 3: Aging in Place

How my husband and I made our home safer for us now and into the future
December 8, 2021
Andrea King Collier sorting through medicare paperwork. Next Avenue, finances, financial, money

We're Getting Our Financial Acts Together — Step 2: Applying for Medicare

My husband and I are nearing 65; here's how we began going down the Medicare enrollment road
August 5, 2021
A middle aged couple figuring out finances on their computer at home, spending, expenses, Next Avenue

We're Getting Our Financial Act Together in 2021— Step 1: Trimming Expenses

The writer and her husband found ways to lower spending by $12,800 over a year
March 31, 2021
person in hospital bed, next avenue, COVID-19 hospital bills

The Sky-High Cost of Some COVID-19 Hospital Bills

Loopholes in the law that supposedly makes coronavirus treatments 'free'
November 3, 2020
vintage classroom

Who Will Fight for the Health Safety of Older Teachers As Schools Open?

The agonizing decision many educators are facing
August 26, 2020
Emergency Fund

10 Ways to Build an Emergency Fund

Nearly half of Americans would have trouble coming up with $400 in a pinch
September 11, 2017
Emergency Fund

10 Ways to Build an Emergency Fund

Nearly half of Americans would have trouble coming up with $400 in a pinch
August 29, 2017
Groceries falling out of bag

Why Grocery Costs Don't Drop for Empty Nesters

7 suggestions from two experts in frugality and food
December 23, 2015
Characters from Empire

7 'Empire' Lessons on Family Business Succession

When handing over the keys, father Lucious Lyon doesn't know best
April 24, 2015
grapes

Is Resveratrol the Magic Bullet Against Aging?

Discoveries about the compound have many people excited, but an anti-aging elixir is still years away
June 3, 2013
Tips on getting genetic tests to identify breast cancer risk

The Jolie Effect: Should I Have Preventive Cancer Surgery?

The actress' decision has inspired many at-risk women, including me, to consider their options
May 15, 2013
Nearly 80 percent will experience some loss by age 60.

What Women in Midlife Need to Know About Hair Loss

Nearly 80 percent will lose locks or experience thinning by age 60, but there are ways to minimize the damage
April 17, 2013
Alternative therapies for cancer pain are gaining more use and acceptance.

The Best Alternative Treatments for Cancer Pain

As therapies like acupuncture, massage and yoga gain wider acceptance, there's no reason to suffer in silence
March 25, 2013
Heart disease is the number one killer of women. Learn how to prevent it.

What More Women Need to Know About Heart Disease

It's the leading killer of women nationwide, especially African-Americans and Hispanics. Learn how to reduce your risk — before it's too late.
February 11, 2013
People over 50 should get a flu shot to protect themselves and the community.

How You Can Survive the 2013 Flu Epidemic

It's the worst flu season in years, but people over 50 can still take action to protect themselves
January 14, 2013
Soul food, like fried chicken and biscuits pose serious health risks.

Is There Hope for Soul Food Junkies?

A new PBS documentary highlights the stark health costs of traditional African-American cuisine
January 7, 2013
Top 10 wellness apps ranging from tracking menopause to smoking cessation.

10 Top Wellness Apps to Meet Your Health Goals

Lose weight, quit smoking, manage medication and more, with the best new health apps
January 2, 2013
HIV/AIDS and the New Rules of 50-Plus Dating

HIV/AIDS and the New Rules of 50-Plus Dating

Boomer women are at high risk — but few are taking the steps they need to avoid infection
December 19, 2012
Fitbit is one of many fitness apps on the market today.

The Fiftysomething Workout: 10 Top Fitness Apps

Whether you're a runner, walker, gym rat or yoga practitioner, there's a smartphone app to help you meet your goals
November 28, 2012
A spinal injection

I Got the Spinal Injection ... and Maybe Meningitis

As she waits to find out if she has been infected, a writer ponders the unseen risks all patients accept
October 18, 2012
Zumba classes at Ferguson Sunday Parkways

The Fiftysomething Workout: Getting Fit, Together

African-American women are coming together in church groups and Zumba classes to drop their risk of chronic disease
October 18, 2012
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