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Some of These Whales May Live to 150Double the Age Previously Thought

Southern right whales may live over 150 years, challenging previous lifespan assumptions, while North Atlantic right whales face severe mortality leading to an average lifespan of only 22 years.
#healthspan

Americans are living longer-but most of the extra time is spent being sick

Lifespan is increasing globally, but health spans are not keeping pace, particularly in the US where gaps are widening.
The US exhibits the largest lifespan-healthspan gap compared to global averages, particularly for women.

Americans spend more years being unhealthy than people in any other country

Lifespan-healthspan disparities are increasing globally, highlighting a trend where longer life does not mean better health.

Americans spend more time living with diseases than rest of world, study shows

Americans experience longer duration living with diseases than other countries, averaging 12.4 years, exacerbated by mental and substance-use disorders.

Americans are living longer-but most of the extra time is spent being sick

Lifespan is increasing globally, but health spans are not keeping pace, particularly in the US where gaps are widening.
The US exhibits the largest lifespan-healthspan gap compared to global averages, particularly for women.

Americans spend more years being unhealthy than people in any other country

Lifespan-healthspan disparities are increasing globally, highlighting a trend where longer life does not mean better health.

Americans spend more time living with diseases than rest of world, study shows

Americans experience longer duration living with diseases than other countries, averaging 12.4 years, exacerbated by mental and substance-use disorders.
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#aging

Why Aging Experts Are Obsessed With Health Span'

Focus on increasing health span rather than just lifespan; healthy behaviors and experimental methods can help extend healthy years.

Scientists Discover Easy Hack to Live Way Longer

Regular exercise can increase life expectancy for adults over 40 by up to six years.

Why Aging Experts Are Obsessed With Health Span'

Focus on increasing health span rather than just lifespan; healthy behaviors and experimental methods can help extend healthy years.

Scientists Discover Easy Hack to Live Way Longer

Regular exercise can increase life expectancy for adults over 40 by up to six years.
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#electric-bikes

What is the Most Reliable Electric Bike?

Reliability is crucial when selecting an electric bike, influenced by build quality and maintenance.
The lifespan of electric bikes is determined by the battery and motor quality.

How Long Do Electric Bikes Last?

The lifespan of an electric bike varies based on components, usage, and build quality.

What is the Most Reliable Electric Bike?

Reliability is crucial when selecting an electric bike, influenced by build quality and maintenance.
The lifespan of electric bikes is determined by the battery and motor quality.

How Long Do Electric Bikes Last?

The lifespan of an electric bike varies based on components, usage, and build quality.
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The Secret To Slowing Aging Might Be Hiding In Plain Sight

Faster growth in mammals is linked to shorter lifespans due to energy allocation trade-offs between growth and maintenance.

Daily briefing: Cutting calories extends life - but not the way you think

The link between low-calorie diets and increased lifespan may be due more to immune health and genetic resilience than weight loss alone.

How long do wild rats live in the UK? (It might surprise you)

Wild rats in the UK typically live 1-2 years, affected by environmental factors, diet, and genetics.

More Than a Trillion Cicadas Are Coming. Are You Ready?

Two broods of over a trillion cicadas are emerging this spring after more than 90% of their lifespan spent underground.
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