| Jury duty | Colonoscopies | Delaying RMDs |
| It varies by state, but in North Carolina individuals who are 72 years of age or older, can request to be excused from jury duty. They don’t take you off “the list,” or anything, so you can still be summoned. However, you can be excused simply for being “of age.” | It’s not a strict rule, but for average-risk individuals, most guidelines suggest that regular colon cancer screening can stop around age 75; for those from 76-85, the decision is made on a case-by-case basis. The benefits of screening generally decrease and the risks of the procedure increase for older adults. | Required minimum distributions (RMDs) from retirement accounts, like IRAs, are mandatory annual withdrawals that must be taken once you reach age 73. The amount of the distribution is calculated based on your account balance and your life expectancy, and failure to take the full distribution can result in a penalty. |
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