Longevity - Page 67

October 28, 2015

Genome scientist Craig Venter in deal to make humanized pig organs

Genome pioneer J. Craig Venter is teaming up with a unit of United Therapeutics Corp to develop pig lungs that have been genetically altered to be compatible with humans, a feat that, if successful, could address the urgent need for transplant organs for people with end-stage lung disease.

October 28, 2015

Ebola in Uganda: Should we worry in the US?

In Uganda’s western town of Kagadi, 53 cases of the dreaded Ebola are suspected, with 16 deaths reported so far. Here's what you need to know about the disease and if the United States is at risk

October 28, 2015

Brain training helped older adults stay sharp for years, study finds

A brief course of brain exercises helped older adults hold on to improvements in reasoning skills and processing speed for 10 years after the course ended, according to results from the largest study ever done on cognitive training.

October 28, 2015

We live much longer than we predict we will, researchers find

How long do you think you'll live?

October 28, 2015

6 tips for reducing your risk of kidney disease

In honor of National Kidney Month in March and World Kidney Day on March 13th, the National Kidney Foundation encourages everyone to learn about their kidneys and how to keep them healthy.  

October 28, 2015

Sun's activity during your birth could impact your death

If the sun was calm when you were born, you might look forward to a longer life than someone born in a period of high solar activity.

October 28, 2015

The best country to live in if you’re over 60

The sunny skies of Florida and Arizona may be a draw for older Americans, but Switzerland is the best place to be if you're 60 and over, according to a new report.

October 28, 2015

Report: US cancer rates continue downward trend

The rate of new cancer cases has been inching down at a rate of about half a percent each year since 1999. And the overall cancer death rate has dropped by 1.5 percent annually in adults and 1.7 percent in children

October 28, 2015

Sharp drop in drink deaths follows alcohol price rise

Increasing the minimum price of alcohol by 10 percent can lead to immediate and significant drops in drink-related deaths and may also have long-term beneficial health effects, according to a study published on Thursday

October 28, 2015

Miners in lock-down in Guinea as Ebola death toll hits 84

Foreign mining firms have locked down operations in Guinea and pulled out some international staff, executives said on Wednesday, as the death toll from suspected cases of Ebola there hit 84.