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US life expectancy finally ticks upward. But it's too soon to call it a trend, experts say
By Joshua A. Krisch published
Although CDC data suggest an increase in life expectancy as of 2018, the U.S. continues to lag behind comparable countries.

Scientists Discover 4 Distinct Patterns of Aging
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Scientists have come closer to understanding why people seem to age at different rates.

Gene Tweak Can Extend Life 500% (But You Have to Be a Worm)
By Nicoletta Lanese published
What could this tell us about the aging process in humans?

This Is the Age Where Life Has the Most Meaning
By Stephanie Pappas published
When does life have the most meaning? Here's a hint: Youth is overrated.

New Anti-Aging Clinical Trial Begins. For $1 Million, You Can Be a Participant.
By Nicoletta Lanese published
A Kansas-based company launched a clinical trial in Colombia to reverse aging. But will it work?

Declining Life Expectancy in America 'May Be the New Norm'
By Joshua A. Krisch published
U.S. life expectancy is declining mostly among "working age" Americans.

Could a Drug Cocktail Reverse Biological Aging?
By Nicoletta Lanese published
A small pilot study reportedly shaved years off participants' biological ages, but still needs to be replicated in larger studies.

Want to Live Longer? The Right Attitude May Help.
By Rachael Rettner published
Think life is great and expect that to continue? You may have high odds of living to a ripe old age, a new study suggests.
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