New Anti-aging Molecule May Work By Keeping the Cell’s “Powerhouse” Healthy

by admin | Nov 18, 2023 | news articles

by Miriam Fauzia – Inverse Scientists are focusing on the microscopic powerhouses energizing our cells. Humans are a tad bit obsessed with our lifespans. In an effort to cheat death (or at least keep it at bay for a while), we search far and wide for all sorts...

How an insurer abandoned a cancer patient in his most critical hour

by admin | Nov 15, 2023 | news articles

By Carrie Cochran and Catie Beck – Scripps News and ProPublica Forrest VanPatten was diagnosed with an aggressive form of lymphoma, but his insurance company denied coverage for a clinically proven treatment. in July 2019. That same month, he turned 50 years...

Zombie Cells Have a Weakness. An Experimental Anti-Aging Therapy Exploits It.

by admin | Nov 15, 2023 | news articles

By Shelly Fan – Singularity Hub Senescent cells are biochemical waste factories. A new study suggests that a way to wipe them out is a medicine already approved for eye problems. Dubbed “zombie cells,” senescent cells slowly accumulate with age or with cancer...

Canadian Longevity Association September 2023 Longevity Review

by admin | Nov 14, 2023 | news articles

By Canadian Longevity Association A review of the most interesting and impactful longevity related studies from the month of September in 2023. Contents: 1. Intro 0:00 2. Gene therapy for long term memory rescue 2:00 3. Exosomes for osteoarthritis 13:40 4. Senolytics...

How many friends do Americans have? A survey crunched the numbers

by admin | Nov 13, 2023 | news articles

By Manuela López Restrepo – NPR News How the power of good friendships adds years to your life. New research has delved into what friendship in the U.S. looks like, including just how many friends the average American has. Who are they? Friends can be anyone...