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XPRIZE Healthspan Competition Offers $101 Million Prize

Founder hopes to stimulate breakthroughs to support healthier aging

Global life expectancy has more than doubled in the past century, but quality of health has not increased at the same rate. EXPRIZE Healthspan recently announced a $101 million prize with the goal of closing that gap.

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Zoo Staff Need Grief Support, Too

Animal caregivers grieve the loss of animals at work, in addition to pets at home

In recent years, there has been a growing understanding of the impact of pet loss. For those who work in zoos and aquariums, this grief can be compounded when multiple animals die in succession – prompting new approaches to grief … Continue reading

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Can Herbs Heal Grief? Exploring Nature’s Remedies for Emotional Pain

How much can we rely on our plant allies in times of sorrow?

In a world where everything eventually fades away, grief is unavoidable. The same can be said about physical pain: it’s unavoidable. And yet, we devise all sorts of remedies to alleviate the physical pain of our bodies. Why don’t we … Continue reading

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The Shadow Side of Dark Tourism

Grief tourism destinations can cross the line from respectful remembrance to self-involved voyeurism

Many people are starting to plan summer travel. Perhaps you’re drawn to visiting places known for tasty cuisine, spectacular nature or cultural juggernauts. But one type of tourism not often discussed is what’s been labeled “dark tourism,” “grief tourism,” or … Continue reading

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How Long-Term Dog Ownership Benefits Cognitive Health

Owning a dog might reduce cognitive decline associated with dementia

Dog lovers rejoice! A recent study suggests that long-term dog ownership may slow down cognitive decline associated with dementia.

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Investor Alan Patricof Plans to Live to 114

His life and latest venture are focused on "meaningful longevity"

Alan Patricof, who has been called the most famous venture capitalist nobody’s ever heard of, is 89 years old, thinks and acts like someone half his age, and plans to live to 114.

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