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Jennifer Peed

Jennifer A. Peed, MSW, is a director at the AARP Public Policy Institute. Her areas of expertise include management, business operations, social work and health. Read her full biography.
Nearly half of Americans ages 65+ have prediabetes, but most don't know it.
Here are some suggestions to help the grieving process move forward in spite of constraints brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program helps older adults with prediabetes make the required lifestyle changes to prevent diabetes, but there are currently few providers available to meet the growing need for the program
You’ve probably heard of diabetes—but what about prediabetes? Prediabetes is a condition where blood sugar levels are high, but not high enough to qualify as diabetes. While almost half of older adults have prediabetes, nearly nine out of ten don’t know they have it. That’s why having this…
Every community has different challenges when it comes to health and well-being, and those who live and work locally often generate creative solutions. That understanding was the driving force behind our selection of the AARP Well-Being Champions. First announced in late 2017, these 10 community…
Taking steps to live a healthier life is very important to millions of consumers, but many don’t know where to turn or how to engage
You’ve probably heard of diabetes—but what about prediabetes? Prediabetes is a condition where blood sugar levels are high, but not high enough to qualify as diabetes. While almost half of older adults have prediabetes, nearly nine out of ten don’t know they have it. That’s why having this…
Do you know anyone who supports a family member, neighbor or friend with mental health issues? Chances are you do. But it’s likely you don’t know you do.
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