Social Security is a lifeline for millions of retirees today. If you're still working, you should know that the program is not going to disappear, and that benefit cuts may even be preventable.

However, there's another important thing about Social Security every working person needs to know today. And not having this essential information could cause problems once your retirement rolls ...

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In May, the average Social Security check for retired-worker beneficiaries, who comprise the bulk of recipients, made history by surpassing a psychological milestone. Image source: Getty Images.

For the first time in the program's 90-year history, the average Social Security retired-worker benefit crested $2,000 -- officially, it came in at $2,002.39.

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The long-term outlook for Social Security and Medicare has worsened, according to reports issued Wednesday.

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Social Security payments for June are around the corner, but when can you expect to get your benefits? What to know about when you'll get paid your monthly Social Security and SSI pay.