Genetics

It’s one of the most dreaded screening tests recommended for patients. In fact, you may remember that a recent survey found that the only thing worse for people than a colonoscopy was talking to relatives about the end of life! And yet colonoscopies indisputably save lives that would otherwise have…

If given the choice, most of us would likely opt for a longer life. But is this an actual choice? Aren’t the lengths of our lives largely predetermined by our genetic makeup? As it turns out, genetics is but one element when it comes to your longevity- your environment and…

So, some holidays are coming up and many of us are now in full search mode for just the right gift. Assuming your ambitions are realistic and your budget is modest, books can be ideal gifts, as they convey a sense of meaning and suggest to your recipient that you…

While not all of us are on track to becoming centenarians, enough of us are that it’s worth studying how people get there and how those with such long lives can live fully and robustly for as long as possible. Only about 1 % of Americans reach age 100 but…

It’s one of the oldest mysteries of mankind, not yet solved but with innumerable theories and millions of dollars devoted to the definitive answer. The mystery is: Why do we age, how do we age, and is there a way to thwart the aging process? (Of course, a whole separate…

COVID-19 seems to be wreaking havoc on all aspects of the body– from the cardiovascular system to the brain, from one’s sense of hearing to the ability to smell. In fact, the coronavirus is clearly a comprehensive threat to your overall health and well being. Even if you survive with…