Loneliness in Older Adults Detrimental to One's Health, May Result to Shorter Life

Medicine & Technology Jul 07, 2021

Research suggests that a person's perceived loneliness has detrimental implications on their life expectancy, especially in older adults.

Oldest Male Chimpanzee in the US Dies at 63: How Long Can Chimps Live?

Jun 07, 2021

Cobby, the oldest male chimpanzee in the US, passed away on May 5 at San Francisco Zoo and Gardens. He is said to be a “charismatic and compassionate leader” of his troop in the zoo.

Life Expectancy of Mice Up by 23%, Says Israeli Scientists

Jun 01, 2021

Israeli scientists have been able to increase life expectancy in both male and female mice by roughly 23% due to boosting the activity of a protein known to deteriorate with age.

Drinking Too Much Alcohol Can Shorten Your Life by 28 Years

Feb 04, 2021

If you're addicted to everyday alcohol consumption and can't say no to another glass, your life span may be reduced by up to 28 years.

2020: The Deadliest Year in US History Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic

Dec 29, 2020

2020 is the deadliest year in the history of the United States, with deaths expected to exceed three million for the first time, mainly because of the COVID-19 pandemic

People May Live Longer But Sicker -- Study

Aug 31, 2015

According to a new study, the global life expectancy is increasing but many just live sicker lives for longer.