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Gerontology [jer-uh n-TOL-uh-jee] noun 1. the branch of science that deals with aging and the problems of aged persons. The mission of Massachusetts Gerontology Association (MGA) is to convene researchers, practitioners and public policymakers in Massachusetts to create a dialogue on critical issues related to aging and to facilitate the transfer of knowledge from academic research to day-to-day practice.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — At a solutions forum on retirement savings recently, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and AARP joined together to urge policymakers to act...

By Micha Shalev There is truth in the statement, “You can never make everyone happy.” If the person you can’t seem to satisfy is the...

Boston - Massachusetts is the healthiest state in the nation for older adults, according to the recently released 2016 America’s Health Rankings Senior Report. This is the fourth year the comprehensive analysis of senior population health was published by the United Health Foundation. Last year Massachusetts was ranked sixth.

By Ricardo Alonso-Zaldivar
 WASHINGTON — Applying for benefits under President Barack Obama’s health care overhaul could be as daunting as doing your taxes. The government’s draft application...

BOSTON — AARP is set to host its bi-annual Life@50+ National Event & Expo at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, from May 8 to 10....

By Dave Carpenter Fidelity Investments has issued new savings guidelines suggesting that workers save at least eight times their final salary in order to meet...

BOSTON — Like a falling thermostat, federal fuel aid to low income households in Massachusetts has plunged by 28 percent compared to last year as...

Region - If you, a friend, or a loved one has Original Medicare and uses diabetes testing supplies, you should know that Medicare is continuing its National Mail-Order Program that helps you get quality supplies while saving money. This program includes all parts of the U. S., including the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, and American Samoa.

Scam artists have hit the streets, airwaves and phone lines trying to take advantage of any confusion around the new health care reform law. ...