The Daily - Are Sleep Medications Bad for Your Brain?

\View Online MENU CLOSE Welcome, Steven! Valued Member Since: 2016 Download Our App Rewards for Good Staying Sharp Find Local Events Member Benefits AARP Home Wednesday, June 21, 2017 YOUR UPDATE Get Member Benefits on the Go! Download the AARP Now App for News, Local Events and Deals   1 A full night of solid slumber sure sounds like a dream, but be careful about reaching for those sleeping pills. Studies show long-term use may be harmful to your brain. 2 Considering relocating for retirement? We've ranked the best and worst states in the U.S. (plus Puerto Rico) in terms of tax breaks for retirees. 3 For some folks, legitimate treatments for injuries can snowball into full-blown dependence on opioid painkillers. Meet the faces of America's opioid epidemic in this special report. 4 How familiar are you with AARP's member benefits? Check out this fun crossword — and learn about the great perks our members receive while you try to solve the puzzle! 5 Over the past 10 years, the inclusion of spare tires in new vehicles has decreased nearly 50 percent. Here's how to make sure a flat doesn't leave you stranded. 6 Can tattoos monitor your health? Thanks to researchers at MIT and Harvard, pharmaceutical companies may have a new avenue in diagnostic medical tools to explore. 7 In honor of African American Music Appreciation Month, AARP salutes these iconic pioneers of hip-hop who happen to be boomers. 8 Beloved actress Mary Steenburgen's new film looks at romance in a new way. Learn more about Dean, in theaters now. 9 How long would you like to live? To 90? 100? Beyond? Join a lively longevity discussion with other Online Community members. Advertisement Advertisement Download Our App   AARP.org Contact Us AARP ©1995-2017. All rights reserved. | 601 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20049 | Privacy Policy