At the World Summit on the Information Society, May 30, 2024, GCOA hosted a panel discussion on the global health crisis that is AMR and how technology can, should and will have an impact through diagnostics, surveillance, and innovative developments.  AMR will be responsible for 10 million deaths annually by 2050 – on track to…

Now in its fifth year, SEF 2024 will highlight key themes at the intersection of leadership, successful aging, and the Silver Economy, including healthcare and finance challenges, technology’s impact on aging, the core elements in an age-friendly environment, and the future of traditional consumer businesses. Linking these themes to the goals and aspirations of the…

At the meeting and in the report that followed, “The Role of G7 Governments in Global Efforts to Encourage Antimicrobial Development Through a Pull Incentive: Challenges and Collaboration,” leaders called on G7 governments to fund pull incentives and make “fair share” investments in antibiotic innovation to fight the global antimicrobial resistance (AMR) crisis. They found…

On September 27, 2023, The Global Coalition on Aging (GCOA) Alliance for Health Innovation and The American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR) convened for a roundtable discussion on cancer, innovation, and healthy aging. Experts on cancer treatment, health policy, aging, and patient voices explored the value of biomedical innovation, and the importance of both the…

Why an Age-Friendly City or Community Has to Address Osteoporosis Good bone health improves strength and mobility for greater independence and increased wellbeing among older adults. A bone health program is a smart investment, ensuring that older adults can live happier and healthier lives in their communities. The Global Coalition on Aging Bone Health Initiative’s…