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longevity

Patient Story

A hundred pounds lighter

Working mom of twins loses over 100 pounds in a year, with support from Corewell Health Lifestyle Medicine.

Time to look at your telltale gait?

How fast you walk might offer hints at how fast your body is aging.

To reach old age, go new age

Meditation and other mainstays of holistic living lower stress, which can ward off disease and improve the likelihood of a long and healthy life.

Kick constant stress

For a better tomorrow, choose to live healthy in mind and body.

An ageless equation

As you become more active, you'll increase your odds of living longer—no matter what your age or health history.

Think genes dictate your life span? Think again

Factors important to longevity tend to be similar between mates.

Is daily aspirin worth it?

Doctors advise caution. Talk with your physician if you're taking a preventive dose.

Half of Americans trying to slim down

Having a plan that is "practical, achievable and maintainable" is key.

Does human life span really have a limit?

Longevity pioneers lucky enough to make it past the perilous 70s, 80s and 90s could potentially live well into their 110s, if fortune remains on their side.

The health risks of long work weeks

Too much overtime may pose a threat to your heart.

Statins may help people with COPD live longer

Deaths from lung-related causes were reduced by as much as 45 percent.

Evolution not over for humans

Study finds natural selection still happening, with gene variants linked to Alzheimer's, smoking fading.