Vera Steward, a 64-year-old woman who is dealing with the reality of a medical diagnosis while living on a fixed income.
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- Unexpected medical crises have derailed retirement plans for many older Americans.
- Many regret not preparing financially for sudden medical expenses, while some wish they worked less.
- This is part of an ongoing series about older Americans' regrets.
Vera Steward, 64, earned over $60,000 a year at the peak of her career. But since having a stroke at 48...