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Scientists Are Testing DNA Repair Therapies in Humans — What It Could Mean for Aging

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Breakthroughs in aging research are moving from the lab to real-world clinical trials, and one of the most promising frontiers involves repairing DNA damage directly. Scientists have long known that accumulated DNA damage is one of the core drivers of aging, but only recently have therapies emerged that might actually reverse some of that decline. Early human trials are now underway, and while the science is still developing, the implications could be enormous for longevity, disease prevention, and quality of life. Here’s what it could mean for aging.

How DNA Damage Drives Aging—and Why Repair Matters

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