Trying to navigate the waters of Medicare, Medigap, and Medicare Advantage can be as clear as mud — but all hope is not lost. Anyone who is 65 years or older or those who have qualified for Social Security disability for 24 months become eligible to enroll in Medicare. If you fit into either of

By Emily Newhook Present-day Americans are living much longer than their predecessors: At the beginning of the 20th century, just four percent of the population was older than 65. By 2050, though, that number is expected to increase dramatically to more than 20 percent. With this growth in mind, is our health care system optimized