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Killing Us Softly (and Early): Chronic Stress and America’s Life Expectancy Crisis

November 12, 2023

Life expectancy is a key indicator of a nation’s health and well-being. However, despite having similar resources to other developed countries, life expectancy has seen a concerning decline in America. Most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals U.S. life expectancy has declined to 76.4 years, the shortest in nearly two decades.

When compared with other high-income countries, the United States falls short. Premature deaths have reached historically high rates, and the U.S. has among the highest maternal and infant mortality rates among its counterparts.

Physicians and public health experts have identified chronic stress as not just a significant contributing factor to this life expectancy crisis but also a societal epidemic.

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The Longevity Report: What’s New In Longevity Medicine & Research

August 25, 2023

Part 2 – Summer 2023 

The scientific revolution driving the quest for extended health- and lifespan remains unwavering. Recent groundbreaking discoveries are peeling back the complex biological layers of aging, bringing us closer to deciphering the dynamics of longevity.

As we dive into the second part of the Longevity Report, we unearth more innovations in anti-aging and longevity science — pivotal findings that have come to light just this summer.

From the correlation between happiness and longevity to precision therapies targeting mitochondrial decline and DNA methylation, this report shines a light on the scientific advancements shaping the trajectory of human life.

Each discovery provides crucial insights for decoding longevity pathways, illuminating new therapeutic targets while propelling the field forward.

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The Longevity Report: What’s New In Longevity Medicine & Research

August 18, 2023

(Part 1)

The pursuit of longer, healthier lifespans has catalyzed a scientific revolution, and 2023 is proving to be a landmark year for the industry. Breakthrough discoveries continue to unveil the intricate biology of aging, bringing potential intervention targets into focus. The coming decade may usher in a healthcare paradigm shift enabling longer lives with more years spent in good health.

As researchers work to advance anti-aging and longevity medicine through remarkable research insights, they pave the way for novel life- and health-span extension strategies. From cellular rejuvenation to epigenetic therapeutics, emerging discoveries bring us closer to mitigating age-related deterioration, dysfunction, and disease.

This year’s revelations constitute crucial steps on the path to human longevity. Translating the latest findings into tangible clinical approaches remains challenging, although determined specialty pioneers are tackling this goal head-on. By staying abreast of the latest advancements, including this year’s exciting findings outlined below, clinicians can equip themselves to provide patients with cutting-edge, longevity-enhancing care.

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