The Gerontological Society of America supports the 2026-27 respiratory season vaccine evidence review, highlighting the importance of evidence-based immunization recommendations across the life course. Vaccinations continue to provide meaningful protection against severe illness, hospitalization, and death for individuals of all ages.
After 18 years of leadership, GSA CEO James C. Appleby is stepping down, leaving behind a strong foundation for the organization's continued growth and impact. The Board of Directors will begin a national search for a new CEO to build upon this foundation and guide the organization towards emerging opportunities.
The Gerontological Society of America has announced its newest elected officers, consisting of Vice President Edward Alan Miller and Secretary Sherry A. Greenberg. The organization, founded in 1945, aims to foster excellence, innovation, and collaboration in aging research, education, practice, and policy.
The Gerontological Society of America appreciates Senate appropriators' efforts to ensure federal grant funding is administered consistently with congressional intent. This decision delays implementation of a proposed rule that would place political appointees in charge of approving federal grants, affecting 42 federal agencies.
A new GSA report emphasizes the critical role of primary care providers in detecting and managing cognitive decline, with a focus on actionable insights for clinicians. The report highlights advances in diagnostic technology and modifiable lifestyle factors linked to brain health outcomes.
The Gerontological Society of America honors researchers, leaders, and mentors who have made significant contributions to the field of aging. This year's awardees include Heather M. Young, Jeffrey M. Hausdorff, and Briana Mezuk, among others. Their work has been recognized for its excellence in teaching, research, and service.
The Gerontological Society of America has named 50 new fellows for their outstanding contributions to the field of gerontology. The fellows, chosen from across GSA's membership groups, represent diverse activities including research, teaching, and public service.
The GSA has released a new online version of the KAER Toolkit, providing practical tools to integrate evidence-based obesity care into routine practice. The toolkit emphasizes treating obesity as a chronic disease and includes strategies for managing older adults using medications.
A partnership between the National Center and the Pennsylvania Department of Aging is bridging the gap for senior community centers by creating evidence-based communication strategies. The research was informed by input from a representative sample of Pennsylvania residents, highlighting the importance of senior community centers as vi...
The report highlights the clinical, emotional, and societal impact of psychosis in individuals living with Alzheimer's disease. Nonpharmacologic strategies are recommended to identify triggers and tailor interventions, with pharmacologic options considered when behavioral strategies are insufficient.
The Gerontological Society of America has renewed funding for the Journalists in Aging Fellows Program, which has produced over 900 news stories since its inception in 2010. The program aims to educate journalists about aging issues and disseminate information on scientific findings, policy debates, and innovations.
A new report finds that nearly nine in 10 primary care providers use standardized paper assessments, but are interested in adopting digital cognitive assessments. The surveys revealed key priorities for enabling broader adoption, including providing more support to clinicians.
The new GSA video series highlights the KAER framework's four steps to improve timely detection of cognitive impairment and enhance dementia care. Clinicians share insights on implementing the framework, emphasizing the importance of early conversations and activated ecosystems of care.
The supplement issue documents unprecedented progress in establishing dementia as a public health priority, with brain health and caregiving now core components of public health practice. The Healthy Brain Initiative and BOLD Act have built a robust framework prioritizing brain health.
The webinar series aims to increase awareness of anti-amyloid treatment benefits and provide practical guidance for clinicians. Early intervention with these therapies can slow AD progression and preserve brain function.
The Gerontological Society of America has selected three new editors-in-chief for its peer-reviewed journals, effective January 1. Jason Flatt will lead the Social Sciences section of The Journal of Gerontology, Series B, while Karen Kopera-Frye will oversee Gerontology & Geriatrics Education. Joyce Siette will take charge of the Medic...
The Gerontological Society of America has received a three-year grant from the National Institute on Aging to establish the Geroscience Education and Training Network. The network aims to strengthen the geroscience researcher pipeline and build a sustainable geroscience workforce.
The report identifies areas necessary for longer lives, including competency in health, financial literacy, and social factors. It also calls for updating the US healthcare system to meet the needs of an aging population, including specialized training in geriatrics.
The National Center to Reframe Aging is partnering with the Maine Council on Aging to host a Leadership Exchange on Ageism, offering proven communication strategies to eliminate ageism. The program aims to transform leaders' thinking about aging and connect them with tools to build support for policies supporting all ages.
Vaccination provides multiple benefits, including preventing illness, reducing healthcare costs, and enabling individuals to remain active contributors. Economically, vaccines save $11 in avoided medical costs for every $1 spent on childhood vaccines.
The Gerontological Society of America invites journalists to its 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting, featuring over 600 scientific sessions on aging research and innovations. More than 4,000 professionals are expected in Boston from November 12-15.
A new report from The Gerontological Society of America provides summaries of key articles on brain health, focusing on early diagnosis and interventions for dementia. The selected articles address topics such as biomarkers, cognitive assessments, and caregiver support, offering actionable strategies for primary care providers.
Thirteen journalists from diverse outlets have been awarded fellowships to explore aging-related topics, including climate change, healthcare access, and caregiving. The Gerontological Society of America and the Journalists Network on Generations are supporting these projects through a collaborative program.
Sarah Khasawinah joins GSA as a visiting scholar, contributing to the organization's work in policy arena. She brings extensive experience in crafting bipartisan aging policies and has led key initiatives on Alzheimer's disease, brain health, and caregiving.
The GSA Guide provides essential strategies to support older patients in making informed healthcare decisions. Topics include addressing age-related bias, understanding cultural health beliefs, and fostering collaborative provider-patient relationships.
A new GSA report provides guidance on pain management and opioid reversal for older adults and their caregivers. The report emphasizes the importance of having naloxone in the home to prevent opioid overdoses, and offers a decision tree to guide actions in case of an apparent overdose.
The report provides evidence-based strategies to improve communication between clinicians and patients 65 and older, addressing common barriers such as low health literacy and cognitive changes. It emphasizes adapting communication techniques to use simpler instructions and maintaining patient dignity and autonomy., A new guide from th...
The Gerontological Society of America has elected new officers, including Blanka Rogina as Vice President. The organization, which serves over 6,000 members worldwide, aims to advance aging research, education, and practice through innovation and collaboration.
The National Center to Reframe Aging is partnering with the Pennsylvania Department of Aging to develop effective communication strategies for senior community centers. Effective reframing will increase public awareness, engagement, and investment in these vital spaces where older people can remain active, connected, and valued.
The Gerontological Society of America recognizes 24 outstanding individuals through its prestigious awards program. The award presentations will take place at GSA’s 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting in Boston, Massachusetts. Recipients include Dr. LaDora V. Thompson, Dr. Pinchas Cohen, and Dr. Linda M. Chatters.
The Gerontological Society of America has named 47 exemplary professionals as its newest fellows, acknowledging their research, teaching, and practice achievements in the field of gerontology. The new fellows will be formally recognized at GSA's 2025 Annual Scientific Meeting in Boston.
The Journalists in Aging Fellows Program, supported by the Gerontological Society of America and four funding partners, aims to educate journalists about aging issues and disseminate accurate news coverage. Since its founding in 2010, the program has produced over 850 news stories and educated 245 alumni.
The National Center to Reframe Aging teams up with the California Department of Aging to challenge negative attitudes about aging and promote age-friendly services. The collaboration aims to shift the narrative on aging communication, highlighting the contributions of older adults in California.
Stephen Ewell has been named an at-large member of the Gerontological Society of America's Board of Directors. He will contribute his experience in accessibility and age-tech to the organization.
The National Center to Reframe Aging is partnering with the West End Home Foundation to provide evidence-based reframing strategies to change how we talk about aging. This partnership aims to strengthen support for aging services networks in Middle Tennessee, enabling leaders to drive real change.
A new free training course provides actionable communication strategies to reshape public perceptions of nursing homes. The course offers practical solutions to improve understanding of nursing home care and its impact.
The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) will host a congressional briefing on the impact of obesity as we age, featuring medical and patient perspectives. The Center for Medicare and Medicaid's proposed rule aims to expand access to anti-obesity medications for Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries.
A new supplemental issue of The Journals of Gerontology presents measures and data from the National Social Life, Health, and Aging Project (NSHAP) on cognition in older adults during the post-COVID era. The study explores adaptations to remote data collection methods and their impact on cognitive decline.
The journal examines dementia-related trends in high- and middle-income countries, highlighting the need for effective interventions to prevent dementia. Worldwide, dementia cases are expected to rise from 55.2 million in 2019 to 139 million by 2050.
Gugliucci, a renowned gerontology expert and UNE COM professor, has been elected as the new president of the Gerontological Society of America (GSA), a position she will oversee from 2025. She will focus on innovative horizons in gerontology, building on her extensive experience in research, education, and practice.
Gerontological Society of America members emphasize the need to expand US aging policy to ensure access to services and supports that promote healthy aging. Key findings include the importance of early intervention in modifying health trajectories and bolstering physiological resilience as we age.
The Gerontological Society of America has recognized 34 outstanding individuals with prestigious awards for their contributions to the field of gerontology. The awards include the Mildred M. Seltzer Distinguished Service Honor and the David A. Peterson Award, which recognize excellence in research and scholarship.
The National Center to Reframe Aging and NRHA collaborate on the National Rural Age-Friendly Initiative, providing resources, best practices, and technical support to improve age-inclusive care in rural areas. This partnership aims to challenge outdated perceptions and address unique needs of older adults in rural communities.
The RCMAR Center Director is calling on the House of Representatives to adopt a unified approach to advancing Alzheimer's research globally. The initiative aims to strengthen the US position in Africa and other low- and middle-income countries by leveraging successful programs like RCMAR.
Debra Whitman, AARP's global aging expert, will discuss ways to live a healthier and more meaningful second half of life. She'll address topics like brain health, work, caregiving, saving for retirement, and adopting healthy lifestyle habits.
The Gerontological Society of America's 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting will take place in Seattle from November 13 to 16. Over 4,000 professionals are expected to attend, with nearly 600 scientific sessions featuring experts sharing groundbreaking aging research.
The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) has released a new web-based KAER Toolkit for Brain Health, providing practical approaches and validated clinical tools for primary care teams. The toolkit aims to delay cognitive decline by detecting early cognitive changes and connecting individuals with community-based supports.
The Gerontological Society of America has awarded fellowships to 14 journalists to produce in-depth, aging-focused stories. The new fellows will have access to the latest aging research and expert attendees at the GSA 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting.
The RCMAR Annual Meeting focused on transforming diverse aging research through inspiring and mentoring scientists, with current and former RCMAR researchers presenting their findings. The meeting also included professional development sessions for scientists and center leadership teams.
The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) has identified seven strategies to address barriers to quality obesity care for older adults. These strategies emphasize the importance of an interprofessional team approach, long-term contact with registered dietitians and exercise physiologists, and addressing socioeconomic factors.