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[165] What is the 'COVID Reset'?; Finally, Drug Pricing Relief for Older Americans
Episode 165
Thursday, 18 August, 2022
For more than 60 years, AARP has been fighting to make prescription drugs more affordable for older Americans. Jo Ann Jenkins, AARP's CEO, weighs in on the recent signing of the Inflation Reduction Act. We also dive into new findings from AARP Research. Some people have experienced a shift in their social habits due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Findings from AARP survey, "The COVID Reset" revealed that many adults age 50 plus have changed their perspectives on social connections. The study surveyed more than 1,900 adults ages 50 and older from across the United States on the importance, effects, and value that is placed upon social connections of different kinds due to the pandemic. Here to help us unpack the findings of the "The COVID Reset" is Patty David, Director of AARP research.
