Press Releases

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) commends Representatives Mike Kelly and Raul Ruiz, MD, for introducing the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act of 2025 (H.R. 4231). This legislation is critical for providing Medicare beneficiaries with access to comprehensive obesity care, including anti-obesity medications and intensive behavioral therapy. GSA is encouraged by the introduction of the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act (TROA) in both the House of Representatives and Senate, and calls on Congress to pass this important legislation.

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) — the nation’s oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization focused on aging — is proud to acknowledge the work of 24 outstanding individuals through its prestigious awards program.

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) — the nation’s oldest and largest interdisciplinary organization focused on aging — has named 47 exemplary professionals as its newest fellows.

A new study published by Virginia Tech researchers in The Gerontologist — a peer-reviewed publication of the Gerontological Society of America — provides new insights about nieces and nephews taking care of aging relatives living with dementia. The initial findings provide the first focused examination of niece and nephew dementia caregivers.

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) commends Senators Bill Cassidy, MD, and Ben Ray Lujan for introducing the Treat and Reduce Obesity Act of 2025. This legislation is critical for providing Medicare beneficiaries with access to comprehensive obesity care including anti-obesity medications (AOMs) and intensive behavioral therapy (IBT).