An international research team details changes in DNA that researchers found are shared by humans and other mammals throughout history and are associated with life span and numerous other traits.
Tag: Lifespan
Decrease Oxygen to Boost Longevity?
Living in a low-oxygen environment extended life spans, preserved neurologic function in mice.
Older Adults with Alcohol Use Disorder Need Age-Appropriate Treatment Interventions
Adults with Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) seeking to moderate their drinking respond differently to interventions depending on their age, a new study suggests.
Health insurance as a fuel for medical progress
A new study argues that expanding health insurance coverage can drive medical progress, support wellbeing, and even extend lifespan in the United States.
Evolution drives autism and other conditions to occur much more frequently in boys, genetic researchers say
Evolutionary forces drive a glaring gender imbalance in the occurrence of many health conditions, including autism, a team of genetics researchers has concluded.