The ‘blue zones’ that could hold the secret to long life Study finds immigration and lifestyle changes are weakening once exceptional longevity patterns The Independent UK · Jan 6
Henry the giant crocodile, who has sired 10,000 babies, celebrates 124th birthday Henry the Nile crocodile will celebrate his 124th birthday at the Crocworld Conservation Centre in South Africa on Dec. 16. LiveScience · Dec 16, 2024
Rises in life expectancy have slowed dramatically, analysis finds Rapid rises achieved in 20th century have slowed significantly, with life expectancy in the US falling The Guardian - UK · Oct 7, 2024
Why sex bias in labs means women are the losers in research into ageing In laboratories worldwide cages are filled with mice who share a striking similarity: they are all male, say experts The Guardian - UK · Jul 22, 2024
A cheap drug may slow down aging. A study will determine if it works Studies suggest people who take metformin for diabetes may be at lower risk for cancer, heart disease and dementia. Now researchers aim to test if it prevents age-related diseases in healthy people. WEKU · Apr 22, 2024
One of the cheapest diabetes drugs on the market can also slow aging and extend your life span. Here's how Metformin costs pennies a day, is safe, and has been scientifically shown to impact age-related biological changes. Fortune · May 4, 2023