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Longevity Research is Exploding, but Who Will Benefit?

Wealthy investors pour money into anti-aging research

In the past few years, there has been significant buzz about longevity research, shedding new light on the aging process and potential interventions to extend human lifespan. But while some of this research is coming from the public sector, an … Continue reading

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Rutgers Health Study May Improve End-of-Life Care

Medicare data analysis finds that people typically follow one of nine paths

A recent Rutgers Health study could lay the foundation for improvements in end-of-life care by identifying the nine paths that most Americans follow in the last three years of their lives.

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New Research Reveals Pathways to Restore Aging Muscles

Learn about the groundbreaking research that could change the future of aging

As we age, our muscles begin to weaken, increasing difficulty in performing everyday tasks. Muscle weakness can make older adults more prone to falling and reduce levels of independence despite sharp cognitive functioning. But now, research conducted by Stanford University’s Blau … Continue reading

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The Human Brain ‘Shields’ Us From Grasping Our Own Mortality

Scientists are just beginning to understand this evolutionary phenomenon

Death is a universally shared fate. With the rare exception of lobsters (seriously!) all creatures will eventually die of old age if they haven’t succumbed to another means of demise. And while everyone knows in some vague sense that they … Continue reading

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Nearly 80% of Canadians Support Psilocybin for End-of-Life Care

Mystical experiences are a key factor in improved outlook of distressed patients

A study published this month in the Canadian medical journal Palliative Medicine found that nearly 80% of Canadians approve the use of psilocybin for end-of-life care to ease existential distress.

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Will Your New Year’s Resolution Last?

Some researchers and experts say it is entirely possible

You’re not alone if you have ever found it difficult to stick to a New Year’s resolution. Making a fresh start on January 1st feels good, particularly when we aim to create better habits. However, intention wanes fast, and most … Continue reading

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